fob meaning and definition

FOB noun

Definition of fob (noun)

1. a vest pocket to hold a pocket watch
   • synonyms: watch pocket
2. an adornment that hangs from a watch chain
3. short chain or ribbon attaching a pocket watch to a man's vest
   • synonyms: watch chain, watch guard

FOB verb

Definition of fob (verb)

1. deceive somebody
   • "We tricked the teacher into thinking that class would be cancelled next week"
   • synonyms: flim-flam, fox, play a joke on, play a trick on, play tricks, pull a fast one on, trick