Word
gob
US/ˈɡɑb/
UK/ɡˈɒb/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a mouth, or a wet lump of something like spit. It is a very informal word that can sound a bit rude or dirty depending on how you use it.
n. a mouth; also refers to a lump or clot of a slimy substance, such as phlegm or saliva. Primarily British and Australian slang; often carries a crude or impolite tone.
Examples
“He told the noisy man to shut his gob.”
“The worker spat a large gob of phlegm onto the pavement before continuing his walk.”
Examples
simple
“He told the noisy man to shut his gob.”
contextual
“The worker spat a large gob of phlegm onto the pavement before continuing his walk.”
Usage
Informal and often considered crude; 'shut your gob' is a common but impolite way to tell someone to be quiet.
Real-World Examples
“One listener wrote Evans was "just a gob, a loud one at that, he can't entertain and he can't just deliver to the listener".” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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