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Blob: meaning, definitions and examples

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blob

 

[ blษ’b ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

shape or form

A blob is typically recognized as a mass or drop of a thick liquid or a sticky or amorphous substance. It is often used to describe irregular shapes, particularly when they appear unformed or indistinct. The term can also imply something that lacks clear edges or structure. In various contexts, 'blob' can refer to anything from a simple drop of paint to a more abstract concept where form is less important than the mass itself.

Synonyms

drop, lump, smudge, splotch

Examples of usage

  • There was a large blob of paint on the canvas.
  • The scientist observed a blob of gel in the experiment.
  • He accidentally spilled a blob of chocolate on his shirt.
Context #2 | Verb

to form

To blob means to form into a blob or to take on a blob-like shape. It typically involves the action of coalescing or dripping to create an indistinct or irregular shape. This verb is often used in casual contexts or discussions related to art, cooking, or material sciences when substances are manipulated into amorphous forms.

Synonyms

amorphize, coalesce, merge

Examples of usage

  • She blobbbed the icing on the cake.
  • The paint had blobbbed together after mixing.
  • He watched as the rubber began to blob around the edges.

Translations

Translations of the word "blob" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น blob

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฒเฅ‰เคฌ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Blob

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ blob

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะปะพะฑ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ blob

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒญใƒ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท blob

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ blob

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท blob

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธ”๋กญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู„ูˆุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ blob

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ blob

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ blob

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ blob

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ blob

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ blob

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ blob

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ blob

Etymology

The word 'blob' originates from the early 20th century, combining elements from various languages. Its roots can be traced back to the Scottish word 'blob' or possibly the Middle English 'blobbe', which referred to a droplet or a clump. The term was likely influenced by onomatopoeia, reflecting the sound that something thick or viscous makes when it falls. Over time, 'blob' has evolved to extend beyond liquids, gaining relevance in various fields such as biology, computer graphics, and informal speech. In modern usage, 'blob' is commonly found in slang and casual conversation, describing anything that lacks definition or is shapeless, indicative of its flexible application in the English language.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,405, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.