DOBBY
Noun
dobby (countable and uncountable, plural dobbies)
A device in some looms that allows the weaving of small geometric patterns.
The patterns so woven, or the fabric containing the patterns.
An evil or mischievous fairy or ghost sometimes said to haunt a building or household.
(archaic) A dotard.
Synonyms
• (dotard): dodipole, mimmerkin; see also dotard
Etymology
Proper noun
Dobby
A patronymic surname.
Source: Wiktionary
Dob"by, n. (Weaving)
Definition: An apparatus resembling a Jacquard for weaving small figures (usually about 12 - 16 threads, seldom more than 36 - 40 threads).
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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