1. resembling or having the characteristics of a nib (the pointed writing tip of a pen)

Examples

• The artist used a niblike tool to create fine details in the etching.
• The bird’s niblike beak was perfect for extracting seeds from small crevices.
• She preferred the niblike tip of the calligraphy pen for precise lettering.
• The niblike projection on the leaf helped identify the plant species.
• His niblike fingers were ideal for delicate watch repair work.