Word Noun
sob
n.
countable
C1 Advanced US /ˈsɑb/ UK /sˈɒb/ sob UK spelling sobbed, sobs
Definition
n.Stands for son of a bitch. A very rude and offensive name for a man you dislike.
n.Abbreviation for son of a bitch. An offensive and derogatory term for a man. Often crude in tone; avoid in professional or formal contexts.
Examples
“He is a mean old SOB.”
“The character in the movie was a real SOB who treated his employees terribly.”
Usage
Commonly used as a singular noun to insult an individual; occasionally used in plural form.
Real-world usage
“I swear, I didn’t let her go,” she sobbed.”
“Lindsay Clancy sobbed in court as a recording of her husband's 911 call played.”
This entry
Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Frequent
Updated