gobbet Definition
gob·bet (gäb′it)
noun
- a fragment or bit, esp. of raw flesh
- a lump; chunk; mass
- a mouthful
Etymology: ME gobet, small piece < OFr mouthful, prob. < Gaul *gobbo-, mouth
gobbet Usage Examples
Preposition: of
wisdom: This means you have to file a whole gobbet of wisdom before you know what to do with it.
Converse of object
include: Examination is by one written paper, including gobbets, and one essay of 10,000 words.
Modifies a noun
Browse dictionary entries near gobbet
- ‹ gob
- ‹ goatsucker
- ‹ goatskin
- ‹ goatsbeard
- ‹ goatish
- ‹ goatherd
- ‹ goatfish
- ‹ goatee
- ‹ goat's-rue
- ‹ goat antelope

