1 C1 idiomatic informal
To spend time in a lazy, untidy way without doing anything productive
"I feel guilty for slobbing around all weekend instead of going to the gym."
slob around
C1 informal intransitive
To behave in a lazy, slovenly way, spending time doing nothing useful
In plain English
To be lazy around the house and not do anything or care about how you look
What does "slob around" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
More broadly used than 'slob about', appearing in British and Australian English. Often carries a tone of mild self-criticism or teasing reproach.
Words that pair with "slob around"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
house all day weekend sofa watching TV
How to conjugate "slob around"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
slob around
I/you/we/they
3rd person
slobs around
he/she/it
Past simple
slobed around
yesterday
Past participle
slobed around
have + pp
-ing form
slobing around
continuous
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