bob vs recognise

recognise vs bob

bob is a noun but recognise is not a noun.

bob and recognise both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
bob	Yes	No	Yes	No
recognise	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, recognise is a hypernym of bob; that is, recognise is a word with a broader meaning than bob:

bob: make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect
recognise: express greetings upon meeting someone

Other hypernyms of bob include greet, recognize.

bob (noun)	recognise (noun)
a short abrupt inclination (as of the head)
a short or shortened tail of certain animals
a small float usually made of cork; attached to a fishing line
a hanging weight, especially a metal ball on a string
a long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism
a hair style for women and children; a short haircut all around
a former monetary unit in Great Britain

bob (verb)	recognise (verb)
cut hair in the style of a bob	perceive to be the same
make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect	be fully aware or cognizant of
remove or shorten the tail of an animal	accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
move up and down repeatedly in a quick, short movement	express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
ride a bobsled	express greetings upon meeting someone
	detect with the senses
	grant credentials to
	show approval or appreciation of

Difference between bob and recognise

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