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1. a steel pattern used in forming a mould or die in cold metal 2. a hard steel rotating cutting tool used in machines for cutting gears hob2 1. a hobgoblin or elf 2. a male ferret hob [häb] (design engineering) A master model made from hardened steel which is used to press the shape of a plastics mold into a block of soft steel. (mechanical engineering) A rotary cutting tool with its teeth arranged along a helical thread; used for generating gear teeth. hob A flat projecting shelf at the side of a fireplace where pots or pans may be placed to keep warm. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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