Meaning ofknobin English

Noun

1. a rounded protrusion (natural or man-made); lump
2. a control switch (turned by fingers)
3. a ball-shaped handle part
   The door had a small knob that was easy to turn.
4. a rounded ornament (on a weapon's hilt)
   The sword's hilt featured an intricately designed knob.
5. a rounded mountain ridge bump
   The hikers climbed over a difficult knob on the mountain trail.
6. a chunky ginger branch piece
   The chef used a large knob of ginger to add flavor to the soup.
7. a garlic bulb with multiple cloves
   The recipe called for a knob of garlic to be minced and sautéed.
8. a prominent rounded hill formation
   The hikers had to navigate around a large knob that blocked their path.
9. a small amount of soft food (butter, etc.); larger than a spoonful
   The recipe required a knob of butter to be melted in the sauce.