Meaning & Definition of word "Slobber"

Slobber

/ˈslɒb.ər/

noun:

  • 1. Saliva that spills from the mouth; drool.
    • Example: There was a large puddle of slobber on the ground where the dog had been sitting.
  • 2. An excessive display of affection or sentimentality.
    • Example: Her conversations are often filled with slobber about her new boyfriend, much to her friends' annoyance.

verb:

  • 1. To slaver or drool, typically resulting in saliva dripping from the mouth.
    • Example: The dog began to slobber all over the kitchen floor as it eagerly awaited its treat.
  • 2. To speak or write in an excessively sentimental or flattering manner.
    • Example: He tends to slobber over his favorite actress in every interview.

Etymology

Middle English 'slobberen', related to the word 'slobber' meaning drool.

Common Phrases and Expressions

slobber over:

To show excessive admiration or affection.

slobbering fool:

An affectionate term for someone who is overly sentimental.

Related Words

drool:

To let saliva drip from the mouth.

slaver:

To let saliva flow from the mouth; to drool.

dribble:

To flow or spill in drops or small quantities.

Slang Meanings of slobber

Meaning: To excessively praise or fawn over someone or something.

Example Sentence: Stop slobbering over that new car; it's just a vehicle!

Meaning: To be overly emotional or sentimental.

Example Sentence: He's always slobbering about his childhood memories.