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slobber

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈslɒb.ər/

KK: /ˈslɑːbər/

intransitive verb
Definition

To let saliva flow out of the mouth, often in a messy way; to drool.


Example

The dog began to slobber all over the floor when it saw the food.


Tense Forms

Past: slobbered

Past Participle: slobbered


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that puppy today?
Sloth B
Yeah, it was so cute! I could slobber over it all day.
Sloth A
I know, right? I couldn't help but slobber about how adorable it was.
Sloth B
Honestly, I think we need to adopt one soon!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
drool
gush
dribble
Antonyms
suppress
contain
restrain
noun
Definition

A liquid, often saliva, that runs from the mouth, usually when someone is drooling.


Example

The dog was so excited that it left a trail of slobber on the floor.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that dog at the park?
Sloth B
Yeah! It was so cute, but it had a lot of slobber all over its face.
Sloth A
I know, right? It’s funny how some dogs just can't help but slobber everywhere.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To make something wet or dirty by letting saliva or liquid drip from the mouth.


Example

The dog slobbered all over my new shoes when it got excited.


Tense Forms

Past: slobbered

Past Participle: slobbered


Conversation
Sloth A
I can't believe how much my dog slobbers when he's excited.
Sloth B
Yeah, dogs can be so messy sometimes!
Sloth A
It gets everywhere, especially on my favorite shirt.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Slobber originates from Middle English 'slobberen', which is of uncertain origin but likely imitative of the sound of drooling. The word describes the act of letting saliva flow from the mouth, often in a messy manner.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound of drooling when you think of 'slobber' — it helps you remember that it refers to saliva flowing messily.

Visually Confused Words
sobber
lobber
beslobber
snobber
slubber
slabber
lobbyer
clobber
Is this page helpful?
True! At least it shows they're happy and excited.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
drool
slaver
drivel
Antonyms
clarity
coherence
order
Just keep a towel nearby; it helps to clean up the slobber quickly.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dribble
slaver
spit
Antonyms
dry
clean
wipe