Pronunciation: /fɑb/
noun a key or other device that operates a lock
A1 I always keep my house key on a fob to make it easier to find in my bag.
A2 She uses a fob to access the secure building where she works.
B1 The hotel gave us a fob to use for the gym and pool facilities.
B2 The electronic fob allows employees to clock in and out of work.
C1 The fob for the car key has a built-in alarm system.
C2 The security guard uses a fob to control access to different areas of the building.
verb to cheat or deceive someone
A1 I fobbed off my little sister by giving her a toy to play with.
A2 The salesman tried to fob me off with a faulty product.
B1 She fobbed off her responsibilities onto her colleague.
B2 The politician was caught trying to fob off the media with vague answers.
C1 The CEO tried to fob off questions about the company's financial status during the press conference.
C2 The lawyer attempted to fob off the tough questions during the cross-examination.
formal The security guard handed me a fob to access the building.
informal I always forget my fob for the gym locker.
slang I can't find my car fob, have you seen it anywhere?
figurative She used her charm as a social fob to navigate awkward situations.
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