bob
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/bɑb/
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/bɒb/
short, jerky motion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bob' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bobben,' where 'bobben' meant 'to move up and down.'
Historical Evolution
'bobben' transformed into the modern English word 'bob' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move up and down,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 2
a style of short haircut for women and children.
She decided to get a bob for the summer.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to move up and down quickly and repeatedly.
The cork bobbed on the surface of the water.
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Idioms
Last updated: 2025/06/20 05:23