Ob
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɒb/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ob is a noun meaning (genetics) the obese gene.
Meaning
(genetics) the obese gene.
More Meanings
- (meteorology) observation
- (historical) a halfpenny
- (chiefly African-American Vernacular or humorous) Pronunciation spelling of of.
- (archaic) an objection
Example Sentences
I'b gob a cold, ob course.
Officer.—"What is the numerical strength of the enemy in our front?" Intelligent Contraband.—"Eh, Massa?" O.—"How many men has the Confederate General Blank?" I. C.—"'Bout forty-leben thousan', Massa." O.—"Don't you mean about four thousand?" I. C.—"Yes, Massa; dar's 'bout four hundred ob 'em."
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Related dictionary entries include because, through, from, considering.
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