1. present participle of nib; the act of providing with a nib or using a nib-tipped writing instrument
Usage: technical; less common

1. the action or process of fitting or using a nib on a pen or similar writing tool
Usage: technical; calligraphy and pen-making contexts

Examples

• The calligrapher was nibbing her new fountain pen before starting the manuscript.
• Nibbing the quill required careful attention to create the proper writing edge.
• After nibbing, the pen was ready for use in formal lettering.
• The process of nibbing ensures the writing instrument has the correct point.