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noun

moby

Moby (noun) means (slang) A mobile phone. Example: “He left his moby charging on the kitchen counter.”

noun
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(slang) A mobile phone.
"He left his moby charging on the kitchen counter."

How to use moby

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishInformal slang for a mobile phone, shortened from "mobile."

When to use it

Informal British slang; not used in writing or formal speech.

Word forms

more moby comparative, mobies plural, most moby superlative

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Etymology

From mobile + -y.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “moby” mean?

The word “moby” means (slang) A mobile phone. In plain terms, informal slang for a mobile phone, shortened from "mobile.".

How do you use “moby” in a sentence?

Here is “moby” used in a sentence: “He left his moby charging on the kitchen counter.”

What part of speech is “moby”?

“Moby” is a noun.

What is the meaning of moby?

"moby" (noun) means (slang) A mobile phone.

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