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gob

noun \ ˈgäb \
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Definition of gob

1 : lump
2 : a large amount —usually used in plural
  • gobs of money

Origin and Etymology of gob

Middle English gobbe, probably back-formation from gobet

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gob

noun \ ˈgȯb , ˈgäb \

Definition of gob

chiefly British
: mouth

Origin and Etymology of gob

probably from Scottish Gaelic, mouth & Irish, beak, pursed mouth

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gob

noun \ ˈgäb , ˈgȯb \

Definition of gob

: sailor

Origin and Etymology of gob

origin unknown

GOB Defined for Kids

gob

noun \ ˈgäb \

Definition of gob for Students

: 1lump 1
  • a gob of mud

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