bobble
20 synonyms for bobble, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small furry or fabric ball used as decoration, especially on top of a hat.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A small furry or fabric ball used as decoration, especially on top of a hat.
“His winter hat had a bright red bobble on top.”
How to use bobble
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bobble hat
bobble the ball
Etymology
From bob plus the diminutive suffix -le.
Full origin of bobble →Frequently asked questions
What does “bobble” mean?
The word “bobble” means a small furry or fabric ball used as decoration, especially on top of a hat. In plain terms, a small decorative pompom, or (as a verb) to briefly fumble something.
How do you pronounce “bobble”?
“Bobble” is pronounced BO-buhl (/ˈbɒbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “bobble” in a sentence?
Here is “bobble” used in a sentence: “His winter hat had a bright red bobble on top.”
What part of speech is “bobble”?
Depending on how it is used, “bobble” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “bobble” have?
“Bobble” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small furry or fabric ball used as decoration, especially on top of a hat.
