What does DOBBY mean?

Dobby Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

• A type of fabric characterized by small geometric patterns and a slightly raised texture.
• A house-elf in the Harry Potter series.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈdɑbi/
• UK: /ˈdɒbi/

Origin and Usage

The word "dobby" has a few different origins and meanings. In the context of fabric, it comes from the Old English word "doppa," which meant "plump." The term "dobby" first appeared in the 19th century to describe a type of fabric characterized by small geometric patterns and a slightly raised texture. In the context of the Harry Potter series, "Dobby" is the name of a house-elf who serves the Malfoy family before becoming a loyal friend to Harry Potter.

Synonyms

There are no synonyms for the fabric type of "dobby." As for the Harry Potter character, some synonyms could include "house-elf," "servant," or "loyal friend."

Related Words

• Biddy
• Bobby
• Boggy
• Bumpy
• Cubby

Example Sentences

• She wore a dress made of dobby fabric with a small geometric pattern.
• Dobby, the house-elf, was a loyal friend to Harry Potter.