Synonyms

bobbing

American

[bob-ing] / ˈbɒb ɪŋ /

noun

Radar.

the effect on a radarscope of the fluctuation of a radar echo because of alternating interference and reinforcement of the reflected waves.

Etymology

Origin of bobbing

bob ¹ + -ing ¹

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bobbing

The video, taken by boaters, shows a forested patch of land that appeared to be bobbing in the water.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

Now we are four confused people bobbing up and down in this cauldron of unbearable repetition.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 21, 2026

In September 2023, she held a news conference dressed as Monroe — bright red lipstick, bobbing blond hair — urging the City Council to declare it a landmark.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 3, 2026

The first rescue vessels arrived at around 3:30 am, Sajili said, although those bobbing in the water faced a longer wait.

From Barron's ● Jan. 26, 2026

As I stood there with my arms out, my head bobbing, and my mouth babbling, “I ... I ... I ...” Claire turned away.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan

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