lobe Meaning & Definition
/ləʊb/
What Does Lobe Mean?
Lobe is used as a noun meaning Any projection or division, especially one of a somewhat rounded form. It can also mean A clear division of an organ that can be determined at the gross anatomy level, especially one of the parts of the brain, liver or lung.
Lobe at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ləʊb/ |
| Plural | lobes |
Lobe Definition (Noun)
- Any projection or division, especially one of a somewhat rounded form.
A lobe of lava was crawling down the side of the volcano.
- A clear division of an organ that can be determined at the gross anatomy level, especially one of the parts of the brain, liver or lung.
- A semicircular pattern left on the ice as the skater travels across it.
Synonyms of Lobe
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Lobe synonyms and antonyms →Lobe in a Sentence
A lobe of lava was crawling down the side of the volcano.
Word Forms & Grammar
lobe (plural lobes)
Words That Rhyme With Lobe
Origin of Lobe
From Middle French lobe in early 16th century, from New Latin lobus (“a lobe”), from Ancient Greek λοβός (lobós, “the lobe of the ear or of the liver, the pod of a leguminous plant”).