First Known Use: 14th century
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1gob
noun \ˈgäb\
Definition of GOB
1
: lump
2
: a large amount —usually used in plural <gobs of money>
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Origin of GOB
Middle English gobbe, probably back-formation from gobet
2gob
noun \ˈgȯb, ˈgäb\
Definition of GOB
chiefly British : mouth
Origin of GOB
probably from Scottish Gaelic, mouth & Irish, beak, pursed mouth
First Known Use: circa 1550
3gob
noun \ˈgäb, ˈgȯb\
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gob
noun \ˈgäb\
Definition of GOB for Kids
: 1lump 1 <a gob of mud>
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