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hobnob

The correct spelling is hobnob.

How to pronounce hobnob

/ˈhɒbnɒb/
noun

IPA: /ˈhɒbnɒb/

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The correct spelling is hobnob. A toast made while touching glasses together. For example: "The three friends had a hobnob outside the bar."

Usage Examples

The three friends had a hobnob outside the bar.

His favorite spot in the club was the bar, where he could hobnob with the big-wigs.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A toast made while touching glasses together.
  2. 2.A drinking together.
  3. 3.An informal chat.

verb

  1. 1.To drink together.
  2. 2.To associate with in a friendly manner, often with those of a higher class or status.
  3. 3.To have or have not; to give or take.
  4. 4.To toast one another by touching glasses.

adjective

  1. 1.On friendly terms; in friendly association.

adverb

  1. 1.At random; at a venture; hit and miss.

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