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scob Synonyms & Antonyms

/skɒb/

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Scob as a Noun

1

A flaw in which the weft misses a few warp threads.

2

A wooden box with two lids, used as a storage box and movable desk.

Scob as a Verb

1

To create a scob.

2

To pack a wagon with large pieces on top so as to hide gaps resulting from it not being completely filled.

3

To scrape or pound.

Word Forms & Grammar

scob (plural scobs)

scob (third-person singular simple present scobs, present participle scobbing, simple past and past participle scobbed)

Origin of Scob

The Scottish National Dictionary derives the weaving sense from earlier Scottish and Northern English dialectal use of scob to refer to a split or splinter or piece of wood,[1] which it derives from the Middle Irish [Term?] source of Irish scolb (“splinter”); compare Scots skelf.[2]

Quick Facts About Scob

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation/skɒb/
MeaningA flaw in which the weft misses a few warp threads
Pluralscobs
Verb formsscobs, scobbing, scobbed

Frequently Asked Questions About Scob

Is scob a noun or a verb?

Scob is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is the plural of scob?

The plural of scob is scobs.

What is the past tense of scob?

The past tense of scob is scobbed. The present participle is scobbing.