Slobber over

verb

To desire or want someone or something very much, usually in an excessive or uncontrolled manner.

He was slobbering over the latest gadget in the store.
Visual representation of "slobber over" - To desire or want someone or something very much, usually in an excessive or uncontrolled manner.

Often appears as...

  • slobber over someone
  • slobber over something

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

verb

To drool or dribble, often when longing for or excited about something.

The dog was slobbering over the juicy steak.
Visual representation of "slobber over" - To drool or dribble, often when longing for or excited about something.

Often appears as...

  • slobber over food
  • slobber over a toy

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

verb

To desire or want someone or something very much, usually in an excessive or uncontrolled manner.

He was slobbering over the latest gadget in the store.
Visual representation of "slobber over" - To desire or want someone or something very much, usually in an excessive or uncontrolled manner.

Often appears as...

  • slobber over someone
  • slobber over something

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

verb

To drool or dribble, often when longing for or excited about something.

The dog was slobbering over the juicy steak.
Visual representation of "slobber over" - To drool or dribble, often when longing for or excited about something.

Often appears as...

  • slobber over food
  • slobber over a toy

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "slobber over"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Intensity of Want

It implies an intense desire, often in a way that lacks self-control or dignity.

Illustration for Intensity of Want
She was slobbering over the idea of owning the luxury car.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Potentially Negative

Can be seen as negative, indicating someone is too eager or desperate.

Illustration for Potentially Negative
He slobbered over the job offer like he had never seen money before.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Casual Expression

Best used in informal situations among friends, not in formal or professional contexts.

Illustration for Casual Expression
After the trailer, movie fans were slobbering over the release date.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Intensity of Want

It implies an intense desire, often in a way that lacks self-control or dignity.

Illustration for Intensity of Want
She was slobbering over the idea of owning the luxury car.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Potentially Negative

Can be seen as negative, indicating someone is too eager or desperate.

Illustration for Potentially Negative
He slobbered over the job offer like he had never seen money before.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Casual Expression

Best used in informal situations among friends, not in formal or professional contexts.

Illustration for Casual Expression
After the trailer, movie fans were slobbering over the release date.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Intensity of Want

It implies an intense desire, often in a way that lacks self-control or dignity.

Illustration for Intensity of Want
She was slobbering over the idea of owning the luxury car.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Potentially Negative

Can be seen as negative, indicating someone is too eager or desperate.

Illustration for Potentially Negative
He slobbered over the job offer like he had never seen money before.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Casual Expression

Best used in informal situations among friends, not in formal or professional contexts.

Illustration for Casual Expression
After the trailer, movie fans were slobbering over the release date.
Visual representation of the word "Slobber over"

Never forget "Slobber over"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google PlayGet it from MicrosoftGet it on AppGallery
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension
Back to top