Synonyms for

Dob

Verb / dɑ:b / Another word for dob — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To inform on someone, especially to the police.

Synonyms & similar words

betray inform snitch tell squeal tattle expose reveal disclose leak squeak fink

Example sentences

  1. I don't want to dob on my friends, but they broke the window.
  2. If you dob on me, I won't be your friend anymore.
  3. The police asked me to dob in the person who stole my phone.
  4. I felt bad for dobbing on my little brother.
  5. Don't dob on anyone without proof.

Quotes

  • 'Dobbing' someone in Australia is slang for reporting them to the authorities. - Anonymous
  • 'Dob' is an Australian word that means to inform on someone. - Anonymous
  • I won't dob on my friends, even if it means getting in trouble. - Anonymous

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