boob Meaning & Definition
What Does Boob Mean?
As a noun, boob means An idiot; a fool. It can also mean A mistake. As a verb, it means To behave stupidly; to act like a boob. As an adjective, it means Idiotic, foolish.
Boob: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈbuːb// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | bosom, blunder and breast |
| Plural | boobs |
| Verb forms | boobs, boobing, boobed |
Boob Definition (Noun)
- An idiot; a fool.
- A mistake.
Boob as a Verb
- To behave stupidly; to act like a boob.
- To make a mistake.
Noun
- A breast, especially that of an adult or adolescent female human.
Noun
- A prison; jail.
Noun
- Idiot, fool.
Boob as an Adjective
- Idiotic, foolish.
Noun
- A breast, especially that of an adult or adolescent human female.
Synonyms of Boob
Boob synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Boob
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Boob in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
boob (plural boobs)
boob (third-person singular simple present boobs, present participle boobing, simple past and past participle boobed)
Words That Rhyme With Boob
Origin of Boob
Origin 1: Clipped form of booby (“fool”). Appeared near the beginning of the twentieth century; more information at booby § Etymology 1.
Origin 2: Clipped form of booby (“breast”). Appeared from the 20th century; more information at booby § Etymology 2.
Origin 3: Apparently shortened from booby-hatch.
Boob Pronunciation
Boob is pronounced //ˈbuːb// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Boob
Is boob a noun or a verb?
Boob is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb and an adjective.
What is another word for boob?
You can replace boob with words such as bosom, blunder and breast. See the full list of boob synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of boob?
The plural of boob is boobs.
What is the past tense of boob?
The past tense of boob is boobed. The present participle is boobing.