Looking for the meaning of the word NIMBLE in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of NIMBLE with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Nimble
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
Old English nǣmel ‘quick to seize or comprehend’, related to niman ‘take’, of Germanic origin. The -b- was added for ease of pronunciation
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈnɪmbl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
quick and light in movement or action; agile
Short Definition:quick and light in movement or action
Examples:- with a deft motion of her nimble fingers
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