Definitions

1. adjective

excellent or of high quality

“He’s a bit nobby, always choosing the best wine.”

2. noun

a small, usually spherical, ball of clay or similar material used in games such as bowls

“He’s going to play with the nobby at the bowling club.”

3. noun

a person who is considered to be of good quality or of high social standing

“He’s a bit of a nobby, always dressed in the latest fashion.”