General
dob
What does dob mean?
To report someone's wrongdoing to an authority; 'dob in'. A 'dobber' is an informer.
"Don't dob on your mates."
Origin
British dialect 'dob' (to put down); strongly associated with Australian usage.
Frequently asked questions
What does dob mean in Australia?
To dob means to inform on or tell on someone — reporting their wrongdoing to a person in authority.
What is a dobber?
A dobber is a person who dobs — an informer or tattletale, generally looked down on in Australian culture.
Is dobbing frowned upon in Australia?
Often yes, especially dobbing on your mates, though 'dob in a litterer' style public campaigns show it's context-dependent.
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