bob

A short or shortened tail of certain animals.

A short abrupt inclination (as of the head).

“he gave me a short bob of acknowledgement”

A small float usually made of cork; attached to a fishing line.

A long racing sled (for 2 or more people) with a steering mechanism.

A former monetary unit in Great Britain.

A hair style for women and children; a short haircut all around.

A hanging weight, especially a metal ball on a string.

Cut hair in the style of a bob.

“Bernice bobs her hair these days!”

Move up and down repeatedly.

“her rucksack bobbed gently on her back”

Ride a bobsled.

“The boys bobbed down the hill screaming with pleasure”

Make a curtsy; usually done only by girls and women; as a sign of respect.

Remove or shorten the tail of an animal.