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\Definition of hob
(Entry 1 of 3)
hob
noun (2)Definition of hob (Entry 2 of 3)
1 : a projection at the back or side of a fireplace on which something may be kept warm
2 : a cutting tool used for cutting the teeth of worm wheels or gears
hob
verbhobbed; hobbing
Definition of hob (Entry 3 of 3)
Synonyms for hob
Synonyms: Noun (1)
- devilishness,
- devilment,
- devilry
- (or deviltry),
- diablerie,
- espièglerie,
- impishness,
- knavery,
- mischief,
- mischievousness,
- rascality,
- roguery,
- roguishness,
- shenanigan(s),
- waggery,
- waggishness,
- wickedness
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The first known use of hob was in the 15th century
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