Nab

A Moorland peak – in particular a pronounced rocky outcrop surrounded by Moorland. Very prominent features in the landscape [C.C.]

Etymology

Old Norse nabbr or nabbi “hilltop”, “promontory” (also “keeper of a door-lock” !?)

Example locations

• West Nab
  Meltham Moor, W.Yorkshire

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Entry contributors:

Chris Chinnock