Hobnob: meaning, definitions and examples

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hobnob

 

[ หˆhษ’b.nษ’b ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

social interaction

To hobnob means to socialize in a friendly or informal way, often with people of higher social status or importance. It implies mingling or conversing casually, usually at social events.

Synonyms

associate, mingle, mix

Examples of usage

  • He loves to hobnob with celebrities at parties.
  • During the gala, many influential figures gathered to hobnob and network.
  • She often hobnobs with her colleagues after work.
Context #2 | Verb

casual meetings

Hobnobbing can also refer to engaging with others in informal gatherings for socializing or exchanging ideas. This often involves informal discussions and a relaxed atmosphere.

Synonyms

chat, converse, socialize

Examples of usage

  • They were hobnobbing over drinks at the bar.
  • Politicians often hobnob at fundraising events.
  • It's common for local businesses to hobnob during community fairs.

Translations

Translations of the word "hobnob" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น socializar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคฒเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช umgarnen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bergaul

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟั–ะปะบัƒะฒะฐั‚ะธัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ towarzyszyฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆชใ—ใไบคใ‚ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท frรฉquenter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ socializar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sosyalize olmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์–ด์šธ๋ฆฌ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุฎุชู„ุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stรฝkat se

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stรฝkaลฅ sa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบคๅพ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ druลพiti se

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ umgengjast

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะฐะปะฐััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ•แƒจแƒ˜แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daลŸฤฑnmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ socializar

Word origin

The word 'hobnob' derives from the phrase 'hab nab', which means 'to have or not to have' in the late 18th century. It was initially used in the context of friends sharing drinks, implying a friendly manner of behavior while mingling. Over time, 'hobnob' evolved into a more general term for socializing, particularly in settings where people of different social standings meet. The use of this term peaked during the 20th century as social gatherings became more common and diverse, reflecting societal changes in social etiquette. 'Hobnob' reflects a blend of informal conduct and camaraderie, highlighting the human inclination to connect with others, especially in casual settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,914, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.