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bob [ bob ]


intransitive verb  (past and past participle bobbed, present participle bob·bing, 3rd person present singular bobs)
Definition:
 
1. bounce: to bounce up and down quickly and repeatedly, especially in and out of the water while floating

2. make curtsy, bow, or nod: to make a quick movement, especially a curtsy, bow, or nod



noun  (plural bobs)
Definition:
 
1. small hanging or bouncing object: a small hanging or bouncing object, e.g. a weight on a plumb line or a fishing bobber

2. curtsy, bow, or nod: a quick movement such as a curtsy, bow, or nod

[14th century. Probably an imitation of the sound]
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