humble

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈhʌmbəl/
/ˈʌmbəl/
/ˈhʌmbəl/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

(Baltimore) An arrest based on weak evidence intended to demean or punish the subject.

2 Definition

A stag that has failed to grow antlers; a cow that has not developed horns.

3 Definition

Especially in hummel corn: grain that lacks awns (beards or bristles), or has had its awns removed (barley, oats, etc.).

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To defeat or reduce the power, independence, or pride of

2 Definition

To make humble or lowly; to make less proud or arrogant; to make meek and submissive.

3 Definition

Of an animal: to remove the horns; to poll.

4 Definition

To separate (barley, oats, etc.) from the awns.

Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Not pretentious or magnificent; unpretending; unassuming.

Example Sentences
  • He lives in a humble one-bedroom cottage.
2 Definition

Having a low opinion of oneself; not proud, arrogant, or assuming; modest.

Synonyms
modest unassuming
3 Definition

Near the ground.