What is the meaning of hob?

noun

  • Folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings.
  • Folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous.
  • A hard steel edge tool used to cut gears.
  • A shelf beside an open fire where something can be kept warm.

verb

  • Cut with a hob. .
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