ob- (Meaning)

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ob- ()

A prefix signifying to, toward, before, against, reversely, etc.; also, as a simple intensive; as in oblige, to bind to; obstacle, something standing before; object, lit., to throw against; obovate, reversely, ovate. is commonly assimilated before c, f, g, and p, to oc-, of-, og-, and op-.

Synonyms & Antonyms of ob-

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ob- Sentence Examples

  1. The doctor examined the patient's abdomen to detect any abnormalities.
  2. The obstacle in the road caused a major traffic obstruction.
  3. The government implemented a rigorous obstruction of justice law.
  4. The heavy rain obstructed the visibility on the highway.
  5. The team faced numerous obstacles on their expedition to the summit.
  6. The obstetrician assisted with the birth of a healthy baby.
  7. The object's opaque surface prevented the light from penetrating.
  8. The obituary announced the passing of a beloved family member.
  9. The obtuse angle measured 120 degrees.
  10. Obvious clues led the detectives to the suspect's whereabouts.

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A prefix signifying to, toward, before, against, reversely, etc.; also, as a simple intensive; as in oblige, to bind to; obstacle, something standing before; ob

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The doctor examined the patient's abdomen to detect any abnormalities.

The obstacle in the road caused a major traffic obstruction.

The government implemented a rigorous obstruction of justice law.

The heavy rain obstructed the visibility on the highway.