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Hob
Open directlyWebster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 1 of 2
Part of speech: noun (n.)
1. The hub of a wheel. See Hub. Washington.
2. The flat projection or iron shelf at the side of a fire grate, where things are put to be kept warm. Smart.
3. A threaded and fluted hardened steel cutter, resembling a tap, used in a lathe for forming the teeth of screw chasers, worm wheels, etc.
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 2 of 2
Part of speech: noun (n.)
1. A fairy; a sprite; an elf. [Obs.] From elves, hobs, and fairies, . . . Defend us, good Heaven ! Beau. & FL.
2. A countryman; a rustic; a clown. [Obs.] Nares.