fob vs lead on
lead on vs fobfob is a noun but lead on is not a noun.
fob and lead on both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| fob | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| lead on | No | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
lead on is a hypernym of
fob; that is, lead on is a
word with a broader meaning than fob:
- fob: deceive somebody
- lead on: be false to; be dishonest with
| fob (noun) | lead on (noun) |
|---|---|
| short chain or ribbon attaching a pocket watch to a man's vest | |
| an adornment that hangs from a watch chain | |
| a vest pocket to hold a pocket watch |
| fob (verb) | lead on (verb) |
|---|---|
| deceive somebody | entice or induce especially when unwise or mistaken |
| be false to; be dishonest with |
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