Hobnob

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːbˌnɑːb/

Hobnob (verb)

  1. to spend time talking with someone in a friendly way, often at a social event.
  2. to interact with people who are important or famous, often to gain favor.

Examples

  • They like to hobnob at the local cafe.
  • We often hobnob at weekend gatherings.

Common collocations: hobnob with friends, hobnob at parties, hobnob with elites, hobnob at galas

Synonyms of Hobnob

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Hobnob

  • when someone avoids social interaction