Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gobbo

Noun
/ˈɡɒboʊ/
Definition
A person whose back is hunched or stooped; a hunchback.
Examples
  • The gobbo was often the subject of cruel jokes in the past.
  • In the play, the gobbo character added a unique perspective to the story.
Meaning
The term refers to someone with a physical deformity that causes the spine to curve, typically resulting in a hunchback appearance.
Synonyms
  • Hunchback
  • Crookback
  • Stooped person