Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cobbed

verb
/kɒbd/
Definition
to treat or deal with in a rough or careless manner; to cobble something together.
Examples
  • He cobbed together a makeshift shelter using old tarps and sticks.
  • She felt like she had cobbed her presentation when she didn’t have enough time to prepare.
Meaning
The word ‘cobbed’ often refers to the act of improperly or hastily repairing or assembling something, usually resulting in a subpar or makeshift outcome.
Synonyms
  • cobbled
  • patched
  • jury-rigged
  • improvised