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lobe

noun

Simple meaning

A rounded projection that is part of a larger structure.

Pronunciation

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lohb
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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈloʊb

This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.

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Definition

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noun

  1. A rounded projection that is part of a larger structure

  2. Any projection or division, especially one of a somewhat rounded form. [from 19th c.]

  3. anatomy

    A clear division of an organ that can be determined at the gross anatomy level, especially one of the parts of the brain, liver or lung. [from 16th c.]

  4. figure skating

    A semicircular pattern left on the ice as the skater travels across it. [from 20th c.]

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Varies by meaning

Word Aura™

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This meaning: A rounded projection that is part of a larger structure

Used this way, lobe is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Compound terms

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  • lobed leafnounCompound term

    A leaf having deeply indented margins.

  • lobed spleenwortnounCompound term

    A spleenwort of eastern and southern United States.

  • lobe-finned fishnounCompound term

    Any fish of the order Crossopterygii.

  • lobe of the lungnounCompound term

    Any of the three lobes of the right lung or the two lobes of the left lung.

  • hepatic lobenounCompound term

    Any of the five lobes forming the liver.

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