Gob

usgb/ɡɑːb/
noun

A small lump of something, like spit or food.

He spit a gob of chewed tobacco onto the ground.
Visual representation of "gob" - A small lump of something, like spit or food.

Often appears as...

  • gob of spit
  • gob of gum

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Colloquial Visuals

Imagine a visual lump to associate with 'gob' when referring to spit or small masses.

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There was a disturbing gob of goo on the sidewalk.
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Negative Connotation

'Gob' often implies a distasteful or messy substance, rather than something pleasant.

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A gob of ketchup had spilled on his shirt.
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Unpleasant Imagery

Using 'gob' can evoke a sense of disrespect, especially if referring to spit.

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He showed his contempt with a gob of spit on the ground.
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