"nabby" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈnæ.bɪ/ [Received-Pronunciation], /ˈna.bɪ/ [Scotland], /ˈna.bi/ [UK], /ˈnæ.bi/ [US] Forms: nabbies [plural]
Etymology: Of uncertain origin, but perhaps an alteration of the adjective nobby (“elegant, graceful”), on account of the appearance of such skiffs. Etymology templates: {{unc|en|nocap=1}} uncertain Head templates: {{en-noun}} nabby (plural nabbies)
  1. (Scotland) A skiff used for fishing. Tags: Scotland Categories (topical): Fishing Synonyms: nabbie, naby

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