Definitions

1. noun

a shot in a game, especially in golf, tennis, or squash, in which the ball is hit high and long, typically to land in a difficult position.

“He hit a great lob over the net and into the opponent’s court.”

2. verb

to hit a shot in a game, especially in golf, tennis, or squash, in which the ball is hit high and long, typically to land in a difficult position.

“She lobbed the ball over the net and into her opponent’s court.”

3. verb

to throw or propel something with a glancing or sloping motion, especially in a long and high arc.

“The plane was about to lob its cargo of food and supplies to the stranded islanders.”

4. verb

to give or pass something with a glancing or sloping motion, especially in a long and high arc.

“The team lobbed a few questions to the expert before the press conference began.”