nu
bile
1
(of a young woman) sexually engaging
- The actress was described as a nubile beauty in the film.
- He could not take his eyes off the nubile figure walking past.
- The painting depicted a nubile goddess in flowing robes.
- The novel tells the story of a nubile heroine pursued by many.
- She had the fresh, nubile charm of youth.
2
of an age or condition considered suitable for marriage
- In the village, nubile daughters were often matched by their families.
- The story is about a nubile maiden sought after by several suitors.
- The community celebrated the coming of age of its nubile girls.
- In traditional societies, nubile women were highly valued for marriage.
- The poem speaks of a nubile bride awaiting her wedding day.
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