Definition of nebbish Nebbish

neb•bish

We found 2 definitions of nebbish from 2 different sources.

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What does nebbish mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: nebbishes

nebbish - (Yiddish) a timid unfortunate simpleton
  nebbech
  simpleton, simple a person lacking intelligence or common sense
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  • nebbish (Noun)
    One who is fearful and timid, especially in making decisions and plans, in discussions, debates, arguments, and confrontations, and in taking responsibility.

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nebbish in sign language
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