Fob Definition

fŏb
fobbed, fobbing, fobs
noun
fobs
A small pocket in the front of a pair of trousers, for carrying a watch, etc.; watch pocket.
Webster's New World
A short ribbon or chain attached to a watch and hanging out of such a pocket.
Webster's New World
Any ornament worn at the end of such a ribbon or chain.
Webster's New World
Any small trinket or device attached or made to attach to a key ring or keychain, specif., a small remote-control device that operates the doors, alarm, etc. of an automobile.
Webster's New World

A recent immigrant (from "fresh off the boat")

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verb
fobbed, fobbing, fobs
To cheat; trick; deceive.
Webster's New World

(archaic) To beat; to maul.

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Synonyms:
abbreviation
Father of the bride.
American Heritage
Free on board.
Webster's New World
(incoterm) Free On Board.
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Fresh Off the Boat (slang)
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idiom
fob off
  • to trick or put off (a person) with second-rate articles, lies, excuses, etc.
  • to get rid of (something worthless) by deceit or trickery; palm off
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Fob

Noun

Singular:
fob
Plural:
fobs

Idioms, Phrasal Verbs Related to Fob

Origin of Fob

  • Middle English fobben probably from fob trickster

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • Probably akin to Low German Fobke small pocket

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • German foppen (“to mock”)

    From Wiktionary

  • High German fuppe (“a pocket”)

    From Wiktionary

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