nabla
/ (ˈnæblə) /
noun
maths another name for del
Origin of nabla
1C19: from Greek nabla stringed instrument, because it is shaped like a harp
Words Nearby nabla
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How to use nabla in a sentence
nabla told her, and the woman said, "I'll spin the silk for you if you ask me to the wedding."
The Fairy Ring | VariousHe heard the mother beating and scolding, and nabla crying and pleading within.
The Fairy Ring | VariousWhen the Prince heard this he believed that she was one of nabla's poor friends.
The Fairy Ring | VariousPoor nabla, in amazement, sat looking at the big heap of silk and the golden wheel.
The Fairy Ring | VariousThe King's son helped nabla to a seat behind him on the horse's back and bidding adieu to the widow, rode off.
The Fairy Ring | Various
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