Definition of HOB
A kind of cutting tool, used to cut the teeth of a gear.
The flat projection or iron shelf at the side of a fire grate, where things are put to be kept warm.
The top cooking surface on a cooker; a cooktop. It typically comprises several cooking elements (often four), also known as 'rings'.
To create (a gear) by cutting with a hob.
To engage in the process of cutting gears with a hob.
A fairy; a sprite; an elf; a bogey.
A countryman; a rustic or yokel.
Word Details
Is HOB a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HOB is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like HOB are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for HOB
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | o | b | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 3 | 8 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HOB
4 words from the letters in HOB
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use HOB in Word Games
HOB is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Short word advantage: HOB is only 3 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HOB to find 4 additional valid words.