Cob — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈkäb/

Meaning & Definition of Cob

Cob (noun)

  1. a male swan
  2. a rounded mass, lump, or heap
  3. a mixture of unburned clay and straw used especially for constructing walls of small houses in England

Cob (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in skate, plug

    similar: dobbin, jade, plug, skate, equine, nag, steed, equid, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, stallion, bronco, mustang, pony, charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, workhorse, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto, roan, skewbald, sorrel

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Cob

The most common words with a similar meaning to Cob:

dobbin, jade, plug, skate, equine, nag, steed, equid, colt, filly, foal, gelding, mare, stallion, bronco, mustang, pony, charger, courser, cow pony, cutting horse, galloper, hack, hackney, mount, packhorse, prancer, quarter horse, racehorse, saddle horse, trotter, warhorse, workhorse, bay, black, buckskin, chestnut, dun, palomino, pinto

Origin & Etymology of Cob

Middle English cobbe leader of a group, head; probably akin to cub (young animal), Middle English kebbe old cow or sheep, Dutch dialect kabbe, kebbe piglet

First known use: 15th century

Words & Phrases Containing Cob

corn on the cob, Welsh cob

Frequently Asked Questions about Cob

What does "Cob" mean?

"Cob" means a male swan. As a noun, it is defined as: a male swan.

What is another word for "Cob"?

Other words for "Cob" include dobbin, jade, plug, skate, equine, nag, steed and equid. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Cob" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Cob"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Cob". Common alternatives include dobbin, jade, plug, skate, equine, nag, steed, equid, colt and filly.

Is "Cob" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Cob" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Cob"?

"Cob" is pronounced /ˈkäb/.

What is the origin of the word "Cob"?

"Cob" comes from Middle English cobbe leader of a group, head; probably akin to cub (young animal), Middle English kebbe old cow or sheep, Dutch dialect kabbe, kebbe piglet. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Cob" meaning "as in skate, plug"?

When "Cob" (noun) means as in skate, plug, synonyms include dobbin, jade, plug, skate, equine and nag.