Pronunciation: [nˈabə͡l] (IPA) 
The word "Knabble" is spelled with a "K" at the beginning and "bble" at the end. The "K" is pronounced as /k/, similar to the letter "C" at the beginning of words such as "cat" or "cake". The "n" is pronounced as /n/ and the two "b's" form a voiced bilabial stop, pronounced as /b/. The "a" in the middle is pronounced as a short vowel /æ/. Therefore, the phonetic transcription for "knabble" is /ˈknaːbəl/.
Knabble is a noun that refers to a small, irregular, or worthless piece or fragment of something larger. It is often used in the context of wood or timber, denoting a small leftover piece or a broken fragment that is not suitable for use in larger projects. The term 'knabble' can also be used to describe a trifling or insignificant item or object.
In the woodworking industry, knabbles are often produced during the process of cutting larger pieces of wood into specific shapes and sizes. These knabbles are the result of imperfect or uneven cuts that leave behind small, useless fragments. They are typically too small to be used in construction projects, furniture making, or any other purpose that demands a certain size or integrity of a wood piece.
Beyond woodworking, the term 'knabble' can represent tiny remnants or broken fragments of various objects. For example, knabbles can refer to small pieces of pottery or ceramic materials left behind after the main vessel or structure has been broken. Similarly, it can denote small or broken fragments of glass, metal, or any other material.
Overall, 'knabble' is a term used to describe insignificant or leftover pieces or fragments that do not possess the necessary size or quality to be used for their intended purpose.
