Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gobstopper
Noun
/ˈɡɒbˌstɒp.ər/
Definition
A type of hard candy that is traditionally large and designed to be slowly sucked or chewed, often changing flavors as it dissolves.
Examples
- When I visited the candy store, I decided to buy a giant gobstopper to enjoy while watching the movie.
- He had a colorful gobstopper that shifted from cherry to lemon as he sucked on it.
Meaning
The term ‘gobstopper’ refers to a sweet that is so large that it can fill one’s mouth, typically providing a prolonged candy experience.
Synonyms
- Jawbreaker
- Hard candy
- Sucker
