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cob

noun

Definition of cobnext
as in steed

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Recent Examples of cob Pair them with the Corn Boats so your cob doesn't roll away; the incredibly handy Corn Stripper, which removes kernels from the cob in one smooth, easy motion; and the Corn Brush, which removes stubborn corn silk easily. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 While corn on the cob is a no, kernels from the cob are a yes. — Cody Godwin, USA Today, 24 July 2026 Hold the corn, tip down, in the bowl, and using a sharp knife, cut straight down between the kernels and the cob, cutting as close to the cob as possible and rotating the ear about a quarter turn after each cut. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 July 2026 The small beasts made a beeline for my compost barrel, knocked it over and gnawed on the corn cobs and watermelon rind. — Literary Hub, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cob
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cob
  1. steed
  2. equine
  3. jade
  4. mare
  5. skate
  6. plug
  7. pony
  8. foal
Noun
  • Although an Assassin's Creed-style parkour system would do wonders for the game's movement given the setting, the protagonist's magical steed was a joy to ride.
    — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Officials say a fire hose was placed beneath the horse for support while responders on scene dug into the muddy bank to form a ramp near the steed.
    — Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of steed
Noun
  • That remains true in the 21st century, but today major militaries are looking for robotic platforms to replace their equine equivalents.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 13 Sep. 2026
  • This year alone, five children from Ebony have gone on to the British Racing School, the National Stud and the National Horse Racing College to get their qualifications as a groom to work in the equine industry.
    — Danielle Rossingh, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of equine
Noun
  • The Lorraine Schwartz stunners were made with diamonds and purple jade, a rare form of jadeite prized for its ethereal lavender hue.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026
  • For starters, its emerald shade runs close to the color jade.
    — Tom Roland, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of jade
Noun
  • The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
    — Karma Sabbah, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The mares are now shunning poor Valentine, which Puckett hopes is only temporary.
    — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of mare
Noun
  • Simon and Diana Ledet, who volunteers during free skate, practice some moves on the pole before grabbing hands and skating off together, talking and laughing.
    — Debbie Elliott, NPR, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Little Dog vape and skate shop is offering a $1,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest.
    — Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of skate
Noun
  • Ensuring your baby’s water temperature is always perfect is a breeze with the color-changing plug that monitors the temperature at all times.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
  • When the plug is pulled just hours before work commences, the crew gets paid.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of plug
Noun
  • After debuting the print pony hair last fall, pieces were quick to sell out.
    — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Big Ant, who sweeps stalls for the Compton Cowboys, shares his emotions only with his pony.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of pony
Noun
  • Into Mischief produced his first crop of foals for a relatively modest $12,500 stud fee.
    — Graham Cornwell, New York Times, 19 June 2026
  • Three foals have appeared on North Carolina’s Shackleford Banks, a barrier island that has become an increasingly perilous home to a herd of beloved wild horses.
    — Mark Price June 3, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2026
Definition of foal

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“Cob.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cob. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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