NYT Dictionary

NODULE

/ˈnɑd͡ʒul/
NounNOD-ulenod-ule · 2 syllablesGrade 9

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2026

Meaning

A small lump, often roughly hemispherical in shape; a small node.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

Borrowed from Latin nōdulus (“small knot”), from nōdus (“knot”). Doublet of nodulus.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

tuberclelumpnodeswelling

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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