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fob

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verb \ˈfäb\

Definition of fob

fobbed

;

fobbing

archaic

  1. transitive verb

  2. :  deceive, cheat

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Origin and Etymology of fob

Middle English fobben

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fob

noun

Definition of fob

  1. 1 :  watch pocket

  2. 2 :  a short strap, ribbon, or chain attached especially to a pocket watch

  3. 3 :  an ornament attached to a fob chain

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Origin and Etymology of fob

perhaps akin to German dialect Fuppe pocket

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FOB

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Definition of FOB

  1. free on board

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fob

noun

Definition of fob for English Language Learners

  • : a short chain attached especially to a pocket watch

  • : a small object that is a decoration on a watch chain or a key ring

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