What Is a Corn Nubbin?

1 : something (such as an ear of corn) that is small for its kind, stunted, undeveloped, or imperfect. 2 : a small usually projecting part or bit.

Where does the word nubbin originate from?

nubbin (n.)

"stunted ear of corn," 1690s, American English colloquial diminutive of nub. General sense of "small piece" is from 1857.

What is the meaning of a Dogfall?

(Entry 1 of 2) 1 : a falling in wrestling of both contestants in which neither is given an advantage. 2 : an inconclusive result to any kind of contest : draw, tie.

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