hob
noun
1. (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings
Similar word(s): goblin, hobgoblin
Definition categories: person
2. (folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous
Similar word(s): brownie, elf, gremlin, imp, pixie, pixy
Definition categories: person, faerie, faery, fairy, fay, sprite
3. a hard steel edge tool used to cut gears
Definition categories: man–made
4. a shelf beside an open fire where something can be kept warm
Definition categories: man–made, shelf
Sentences with hob as a noun:
- From elves, hobs, and fairies, […] Defend us, good Heaven! — Beaumont and Fletcher.