Meaning of the word nobble in English

What does nobble mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

nobble

US /ˈnɑːb.əl/
UK /ˈnɑːb.əl/
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Verb

1.

to try to influence or manipulate someone, especially a witness or juror, by bribery or threats

Example:
The defense team was accused of trying to nobble the jury.
He was caught trying to nobble a witness.
2.

to injure a racehorse so that it cannot win a race

Example:
Someone tried to nobble the favorite before the big race.
The trainer discovered that one of his horses had been nobbled.
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