First Known Use: 14th century
Dictionary
1fob
verb \ˈfäb\
fobbedfob·bing
Definition of FOB
transitive verb
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Origin of FOB
Middle English fobben
2fob
noun
: a short chain attached especially to a pocket watch
: a small object that is a decoration on a watch chain or a key ring
Full Definition of FOB
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: a short strap, ribbon, or chain attached especially to a pocket watch
3
: an ornament attached to a fob chain
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Origin of FOB
perhaps akin to German dialect Fuppe pocket
First Known Use: 1630
Other Clothing Terms
FOB
abbreviation
Definition of FOB
free on board
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