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hob

/hɒb/
noun
  1. A kind of cutting tool, used to cut the teeth of a gear.

  2. The flat projection or iron shelf at the side of a fire grate, where things are put to be kept warm.

  3. The top cooking surface on a cooker; a cooktop. It typically comprises several cooking elements (often four), also known as 'rings'.

Synonymscooktop, range, stovetop
verb
  1. To create (a gear) by cutting with a hob.

  2. To engage in the process of cutting gears with a hob.

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