boob
Boob (noun) means a silly mistake. Example: “I made a real boob putting the invoice in the wrong envelope.”
How to use boob
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a silly slip-up, or slang for a woman's breast — context makes clear which is meant.
Very informal; the breast sense can be crude depending on tone, so it is best avoided in polite or professional writing.
Word forms
boobed past tense, boobs plural, boobs plural, boobs plural, boobs singular
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I made a real _____ putting the invoice in the wrong envelope.
Etymology
A shortened form of "booby," which itself traces back to Spanish bobo, "fool."
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Rhymes for boob
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What does “boob” mean?
The word “boob” means a silly mistake. In plain terms, either a silly slip-up, or slang for a woman's breast — context makes clear which is meant.
How do you pronounce “boob”?
“Boob” is pronounced BOOB (/ˈbuːb/ in IPA).
How do you use “boob” in a sentence?
Here is “boob” used in a sentence: “I made a real boob putting the invoice in the wrong envelope.”
What part of speech is “boob”?
Depending on how it is used, “boob” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “boob” come from?
The word “boob” comes from Spanish. A shortened form of "booby," which itself traces back to Spanish bobo, "fool.".
Is “boob” a common word?
“Boob” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “boob” have?
“Boob” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a silly mistake.
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