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Niblick

nib·lick /ˈniblik/

Noun (Golf Club)

A niblick is a golf club with a steep loft, used for approaching the ball from difficult lies or to lift the ball in a high trajectory.

Sample Sentence: He selected his trusty niblick to chip the ball out of the bunker and onto the green.

Noun (Local Term)

In specific regions, a niblick refers to a tool or instrument with a pointed or beveled end, used for various purposes such as chiseling or prying.

Sample Sentence: The blacksmith skillfully wielded the niblick to shape the heated metal into intricate patterns.

Adjective (Colloquial)

As an adjective, niblick is used informally to describe something that is well-known, popular, or frequently used.

Sample Sentence: The small café is a niblick spot among the locals, who gather there daily for their morning coffee.