jobe

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To harangue, to rebuke in a long-winded or drawn-out way.
name
  1. A surname.

Pronunciation

/d͡ʒəʊb/

Word forms

jobe jobes jobing jobed

Etymology

In reference to the Biblical character Job, who was known to give lengthy reproofs to his friends.

Derived words

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