lob
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /lɒb/
KK: /lɑb/
intransitive verb
Definition
To throw or hit something in a high, arching manner, often used in sports.
Example
He decided to lob the ball over the net during the game.
Tense Forms
Past: lobbed
Past Participle: lobbed
Conversation
Did you see how he lobbed that ball over the net?
Yeah, it was such a high shot!
I can't believe he managed to lob it like that without missing.
Right? It looked so effortless!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pitch
throw
cast
Antonyms
drop
sink
fall
noun
Definition
A ball that is hit, thrown, or kicked in a high arc, often used in sports.
Example
He made a perfect lob over the defender's head to score a goal.
Conversation
Did you see that lob in the game yesterday?
Yeah, it was amazing how high it went!
I know, I didn't expect that kind of shot from him.
Root Explanation
The word 'lob' originates from Middle English 'lobbe', meaning to throw or toss. It is related to the Old Norse word 'loba', meaning to throw or to cast.
Memory Tip
Think of tossing something lightly when you 'lob' it — the word comes from an old term meaning to throw.
Visually Confused Words
slob
flob
blob
lo