adverb only; no more than
conjunction nothing but; only
Used in old English literature to mean 'only' or 'nothing but'
Commonly used in poetic language to convey a sense of exclusivity or limitation
Found in historical documents to denote a restriction or limitation
Used in certain regional dialects to mean 'only' or 'just'
In literature, 'nobbut' is used by writers to convey a sense of simplicity or limitation in characters or dialogue. It can be used to emphasize a character's lack of education or sophistication.
Psychologists may use 'nobbut' in a clinical setting to analyze a patient's speech patterns and vocabulary choices. It could indicate a preference for straightforward communication or a limited emotional range.