Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lob
verb
/lɒb/
Definition
To throw or hit a ball in a high arc.
Examples
- In tennis, she decided to lob the ball over her opponent, catching them off guard.
- He lobbed the basketball towards the hoop, hoping for a lucky shot.
- The player lobbed the ball softly, making it an easy catch for his teammate.
Meaning
Lob refers to a type of throw or shot in sports where the ball is sent high into the air, often over the heads of opponents.
Synonyms
- cast
- throw
- pitch
- fling
