Verb / Noun | Throwing / Casual Action
Encyclopedia of British Slang
LOB
Verb / Noun | Neutral | Throwing / Casual Action
LOB Pronunciation: /l?b/ Part of Speech: Verb / Noun Severity Level: Neutral Category: Throwing / Casual Action
Core Definition
To lob means:
To throw casually
To toss without precision
To send something in a high arc
It implies relaxed effort.
Linguistic Origins
The word dates back to Middle English, associated with lobbing stones or balls.
In sport, particularly tennis and football, a lob describes a high arcing shot.
It moved into everyday speech through sporting metaphor.
Usage Contexts
Casual:
Lob it over.
Sport:
Nice lob.
Informal:
He just lobbed it in.
It suggests ease over force.
Emotional Register
Lob is relaxed.
It carries no urgency.
Final Assessment
Lob captures effortless throwing.
Without drama.
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