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    Nabbs (en. Nabbs)

    nɑbz

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Pieces of food that remain after a meal.
    There are nabbs on the table after dinner.
    Il reste des nabbs sur la table après le dîner.
    Leftovers or residues, often considered unappetizing.
    The nabbs in the dish were sticky and uninviting.
    Les nabbs dans le plat étaient collants et peu invitants.

    Etymology

    Of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a dialectal term.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have nabbs
    To be messy or have leftovers to clean up.
    avoir des nabbs
    to gain nabbs
    To obtain leftovers or unwanted things.
    gagner des nabbs

    Related Words

    food
    Edible substance used for nourishment.
    nourriture
    dinner
    Evening meal.
    dîner
    waste
    Leftovers or unusable objects.
    déchets

    Slang Meanings

    To have unexpected luck.
    He had nabbs by finding money in his pocket.
    Il a eu des nabbs en trouvant de l'argent dans sa poche.
    To be ahead of others in a competitive context.
    He took the lead; he has nabbs over the competition.
    Il a pris une longueur d'avance, il a des nabbs sur la concurrence.