the back of the chimney : to make a hob, to make a false step ; probably hence to hobble. N.
> a natural fool, a blockhead. N.
·noun A countryman; a rustic; a clown. II. Hob ·add. ·noun The male ferret. III. Hob ·noun A fairy...
Webster's Dictionary of the English Language
a clown. ...
Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose
(sometimes pronounced [hab-nab]) at a venture, rashly. N. ...
A glossary of provincial and local words used in England by Francis Grose
Will you hob or nob with me? a question formerly in fashion at polite tables, signifying a request o...
To drink cosily; the act of touching glasses in pledging a health. An early and extensive custom fal...
The Sailor's Word-Book