DOBBED Meaning and
Definition
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"Dobbed" is a verb that is primarily used in Australian and British English, and it has several related meanings depending on the context in which it is used.
One common definition of "dobbed" is to inform or report someone's wrongdoings or misbehavior to an authority figure or the police. In this sense, it implies an act of snitching or betraying someone's trust by revealing their actions to a higher authority. For example, if someone "dobbed" on their friend for stealing, it means they reported their friend's theft to the appropriate authorities.
Another meaning of "dobbed" is to mark or identify something with a spot or blemish. It can refer to marking an object, for instance, with a small dot to indicate a particular spot or to differentiate it from others. In certain contexts, it can also mean to stain or tarnish a person's reputation by associating them with negative actions or rumors.
Additionally, "dobbed" can be used to describe someone who acts as a spy or informant, collecting information about others to relay to a third party. This term is commonly used in the context of criminal activities or espionage.
Overall, "dobbed" carries connotations of informing, reporting, marking, or staining, often involving revealing someone's actions or betraying their confidence in some way.
Common Misspellings for DOBBED
Etymology of DOBBED
The word "dobbed" is a term primarily used in Australian and New Zealand English, and it is derived from the slang term "dob". The origin of "dob" is uncertain, but it is believed to have emerged in the 19th century. Some theories suggest that it may come from the phrase "dob in", which means to report or inform on someone. The exact etymology, however, remains unclear.
Conjugate verb Dobbed
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