What does the phrasal verb “slob about” mean?

What are the definitions of “slob about”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Be lazy, do nothing.

  I SLOBBED ABOUT all day as I couldn't be bothered to do any work.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “slob about”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb slob about is to be lazy or do nothing. It is often used to describe a person who is not doing anything productive or is just relaxing.

What are the different verb forms of “slob about”?

Root Verb	slob about
Third Person Singular Present	slobs about
Present Participle	slobbing about
Simple Past	slobbed about
Past Participle	slobbed about

Example

On weekends, I like to slob about and watch movies.

Example

He slobs about all day, playing video games.

Example

She is slobbing about at home, enjoying her day off.

Example

Yesterday, they slobbed about and did not do any chores.

Example

We have slobbed about all weekend, so we need to get back to work.

What kind of phrasal verb is “slob about”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“slob about” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

I slobbed about all day.

Example

She slobbed about instead of doing her homework.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“slob about” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

I slobbed about all day.

Example

She slobbed about instead of doing her homework.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “slob about”?

Slob about in pajamas

Spend the day wearing comfortable clothes, usually pajamas, and doing nothing.

Example

On Sundays, I like to slob about in my pajamas and watch TV.

Slob about the house

Spend time at home, being lazy and not doing anything productive.

Example

When I have a day off, I sometimes slob about the house and just relax.

Good things to know

Does “slob about” have an informal or formal tone?

Slob about is an informal phrasal verb, typically used in casual conversations among friends or family. It is not appropriate for formal settings or professional communication.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “slob about”?

Synonyms

• loaf
• lounge
• relax
• idle
• laze around
• chill
• do nothing

Antonyms

• work
• engage
• participate
• contribute
• be active
• be productive