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Webster 1913 Edition


Cobby

Cob′by

,
Adj.
[From
Cob
,
Noun.
]
1.
Headstrong; obstinate.
[Obs.]
Brockett.
2.
Stout; hearty; lively.
[Obs.]

Webster 1828 Edition


Cobby

COBBY

,
Adj.
Stout; brisk.

Definition 2024


cobby

cobby

English

Adjective

cobby (comparative more cobby, superlative most cobby)

  1. stocky
    • 2011, David Taylor, The Complete Contented Cat: Your Ultimate Guide to Feline Fulfilment
      The cobby cat is a solidly built animal with short, thick legs, broad shoulders and rump, and a short, rounded head with a flattish face.
  2. stout; hearty; lively
  3. obstinate; headstrong
    (Can we find and add a quotation of Brockett to this entry?)
  4. arrogant