Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈbɑbi/
Pronunciation notes
- General-American
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/ˈbɒbi/
Pronunciation notes
- Received-Pronunciation
Proper noun
A diminutive of the male given name Robert.
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More examples (1)
It was a real irritation to Robert's parents to hear Adeline call him Bobby. They tried to intimate their disapproval by pronouncing his name very distinctly when they addressed him.
Legendary soul singer Bobby Womack died Friday, Womack’s publicist said. He was 70.
A diminutive of the female given name Roberta.