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Meaning of noggin

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

noggin

Pronunciation:/ˈnɒɡɪn//ˈnɑɡn̩/

noun

Definitions

  1. A small mug, cup or ladle.

  2. (obsolete outside dialectal) A small measure of spirits equivalent to a gill.

  3. The head.

  4. A signalling molecule involved in embryo development, producing large heads at high concentrations.

noun

Definitions

  1. A horizontal beam used in the construction of a building, especially to strengthen upright posts.

  2. Rough brick masonry used to fill open spaces.