English

Etymology
(1595-1605) From Old English habban and nabban which means "have or have not."

Noun
hobnob

1. An informal chat.

#: The three friends had a hobnob outside the bar.

Intransitive verb
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1. To associate in a friendly manner with. Generally has a connotation of associating with people of a higher class or status.

#: The ambitious young student hobnobbed with the faculty at the prestigious college he hoped to attend.

1. To drink together.

Related terms
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