Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dobbing
verb
/ˈdɒb.ɪŋ/
Definition
Dobbing refers to the act of applying a small amount of something, typically a sticky substance, in a specific area.
Examples
- He was dobbing on his classmates for cheating on the test.
- She was dobbing paint onto the canvas to create a textured effect.
Meaning
The term can also imply the act of telling on someone or revealing someone’s wrongdoing to an authority.
Synonyms
- tattle
- inform
- snitch
- apply
- dab
