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dobby.

A device in some looms that allows the weaving of small geometric patterns.

5 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A device in some looms that allows the weaving of small geometric patterns.

    countable · uncountable
  2. The patterns so woven, or the fabric containing the patterns.

    countable · uncountable
  3. An evil or mischievous fairy or ghost sometimes said to haunt a building or household.

    countable · uncountable
  4. A dotard.

    archaic · countable · uncountable
  5. The children's game of tag.

    uncountable
Where this word comes from

From Dobby. Sense “household ghost” from Dob, variant of Rob.

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