"fobbit" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: fobbits [plural]
Etymology: A blend of FOB + hobbit. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|FOB|hobbit|nocap=1}} blend of FOB + hobbit Head templates: {{en-noun}} fobbit (plural fobbits)
  1. (US, military, slang, derogatory) A soldier who avoids combat by staying within the confines of a military base. Tags: US, derogatory, slang Categories (topical): Military Synonyms: FOBbit, Fobbit

Inflected forms

Alternative forms

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