Gob/ɡɑːb/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Visuals Imagine a visual lump to associate with 'gob' when referring to spit or small masses. There was a disturbing gob of goo on the sidewalk. Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation 'Gob' often implies a distasteful or messy substance, rather than something pleasant. A gob of ketchup had spilled on his shirt. Pro Tip 3/3Unpleasant Imagery Using 'gob' can evoke a sense of disrespect, especially if referring to spit. He showed his contempt with a gob of spit on the ground.