The Clue
Gists (4 letter answer)
The Answer
NUBS
Tags
Notes
The answer NUBS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 850 puzzles.
Related Clues
Hearts
Lumps
Piths
Central parts
Central points
Small pieces
Worn-down pencils, say
Definition
NUB as a noun:
1. (nub, nubble) = a small lump or protuberance
2. (nub, stub) = a small piece; "a nub of coal"; "a stub of a pencil"
3. (kernel, substance, core, center, essence, gist, heart, heart and soul, inwardness, marrow, meat, nub, pith, sum, nitty-gritty) = the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"