Slob

/slɒb/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person who is lazy, untidy, or unkempt.
He's such a slob; he never cleans up after himself.
A person who behaves in a careless or slovenly manner.
I can't stand living with a slob who leaves dirty dishes everywhere.
An unattractive or socially awkward person.
She dated a slob who didn't care about his appearance.
verb
To act in a lazy or untidy manner.
Stop slobbering around and get your chores done.

Etymology

The term 'slob' likely derives from the Yiddish word 'shlob,' meaning 'to erode or decay.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

slob around
To act lazily or carelessly.
slobbering mess
A very messy or untidy situation.

Related Words

slovenly
Untidy or careless in appearance or behavior.
messy
Untidy or disorganized.
sloven
A person who is habitually messy or careless.

Slang Meanings

A person who eats messily.
She's such a slob when she eats her pizza.
Someone who is generally disheveled.
After a long day, I'm a total slob in my sweatpants.