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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD OBI

From Japanese.
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF OBI

obi  [ˈəʊbɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF OBI

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Obi is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES OBI MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Obi

Obi may refer to: ▪ Obi, a sash worn with a kimono or with the uniforms used by practitioners of Japanese martial arts ▪ Obi ▪ Obi, a European home improvement store chain based in Germany ▪ Obi, a title among the Igbo people of Nigeria or the central building in an Igbo homestead ▪ Obi of Onitsha, traditional ruler of Onitsha ▪ Obi, another form of the word Obeah ▪ Obi, an informational piece of paper or cardboard folded around or over a book or LP record, music CD, video game, or magazine, used in Japan ▪ Obi, a British indie music band from the early 2000s ▪ Obi Castle, a Japanese castle completed in 1588 ▪ Obi Station, a train station in Nichinan, Miyazaki, Japan ▪ obi, ISO 639 code for the Obispeño language, an extinct Native American language ▪ OBI, FAA location identifier for Woodbine Municipal Airport People: ▪ Obi, a list of people with either the surname or given name ▪ John Obi Mikel, Nigerian footballer also...

Definition of obi in the English dictionary

The definition of obi in the dictionary is a broad sash tied in a large flat bow at the back, worn by Japanese women and children as part of the national costume. Other definition of obi is a narrow sash worn by Japanese men.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH OBI


adobe
əˈdəʊbɪ
dhobi
ˈdəʊbɪ
dobie
ˈdəʊbɪ
globy
ˈɡləʊbɪ
Gobi
ˈɡəʊbɪ
goby
ˈɡəʊbɪ
Jacobi
dʒæˈkəʊbɪ
Kobe
ˈkəʊbɪ
mobie
ˈməʊbɪ
moby
ˈməʊbɪ
Nairobi
naɪˈrəʊbɪ
Okeechobee
ˌəʊkɪˈtʃəʊbɪ
Robey
ˈrəʊbɪ
Tobey
ˈtəʊbɪ
toby
ˈtəʊbɪ
xenophoby
ˈzɛnəˌfəʊbɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE OBI

obesity
obesogenic
obey
obeyable
obeyer
obfuscate
obfuscation
obfuscatory
obiism
obiit
obit
obital
obiter
obiter dicta
obiter dictum
obitual
obituaries
obituarist
obituary
obituary column

WORDS THAT END LIKE OBI

Abu Dhabi
Albi
alibi
Babi
bambi
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combi
Gobbi
Jambi
limbi
Nabi
Panjabi
Punjabi
rabbi
rabi
renminbi
syllabi
tabi
wasabi
zombi

Synonyms and antonyms of obi in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «obi» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF OBI

Find out the translation of obi to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of obi from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «obi» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

OBI
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

obi
570 millions of speakers

English

obi
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

ओबी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

أوبي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Оби
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

obi
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

Obi
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

obi
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Obi
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

obi
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

오비
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Obi
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

dây lưng lụa
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஒபி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

ओबी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

zenci büyüsü
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

obi
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

obi
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Обі
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

obi
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

obi
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Obi
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

obi
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

obi
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of obi

TRENDS

TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «OBI»

The term «obi» is very widely used and occupies the 18.917 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «OBI» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «obi» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «obi» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about obi

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «OBI»

Discover the use of obi in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to obi and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Obi, Gerbil on the Loose
A tale of a gerbil's great adventure, perfect for fans of the Humphrey series!
Michael Delaney, 2008
2
Design with Japanese Obi
The vivid photographs in this book present some of the most elegant interiors the authors have found, from Tokyo to Washington, D.C., and show the obi being used in today's homes to create a sumptuous, refined, and modern ambiance.
Diane Wiltshire, Ann Wiltshire, 2013
3
Obi; or, The History of Three-Fingered Jack
This Broadview edition includes a critical introduction and a selection of contemporary documents, including historical and literary treatments of obeah and accounts of an eighteenth-century slave rebellion.
William Earle, Srinivas Aravamudan, 2005
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Obi Okonkwo as a 'postcolonial subject' in Chinua Achebe's ...
No Longer At Ease was first published in 1960, the year of Nigeria's independence from England. This is significant because it is a novel that pertains to a trend of literature called postcolonial literature that still survives.
‎2004
5
Obi-Wan's Foe
During the Clone wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi confronts General Grievous, Supreme Commander of the Droid Armies, in an easy-to-read title featuring photographs from the new Star Wars movie. Original.
Jane B. Mason, Sarah Stephens, 2005
6
The Life and Legend of Obi-Wan Kenobi
Hermit. Mentor.
Ryder Windham, 2008
7
Christopher Okigbo, 1930-67: Thirsting for Sunlight
The first full-length biography of Christopher Okigbo, the most anthologized modern African poet, giving an extended narrative and rounded account of his life and times.
Obi Nwakanma, 2010
8
Star Wars: Life and Legend of Obi-Wan Kenobi
Powerless to retrieve Darth Vader from the dark side, he would train the only one who could. This is the legendary story of Obi-Wan Kenobi from his first meeting with Anakin Skywalker to his final meeting with Darth Vader--and beyond.
Ryder Windham, 2014
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Obí: Oracle of Cuban Santería
• The first book to provide complete, specific instructions for casting the obi oracle of the Santería faith. • Uses the shell of a coconut, which embodies the spirit of Obí, as a divination tool. • Includes a detailed “mojuba” ...
Ócha'ni Lele, 2001
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Technology Made Simple for the Technical Recruiter: A ...
In this book, you will learn the fundamentals of technology from basic programming terms, to database vocabulary, network lingo, operating system jargon, and other crucial skill sets.
Obi Ogbanufe, 2010

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «OBI»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term obi is used in the context of the following news items.
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Mikel John Obi determined to stay at Chelsea despite exit rumours
The Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi says he has no intention of leaving Stamford Bridge. Photograph: Andrew Matthews/PA. Associated ... «The Guardian, Jul 15»
2
Drama In NIMASA As Jauro Edges Out Obi As Acting DG
Obi was earlier in the week announced as the Acting D G. It was gathered that Obi was not the “most senior officer” at the agency; hence he ... «The Guardian Nigeria, Jul 15»
3
John Obi Mikel vows to see out his Chelsea contract as he rules out …
John Obi Mikel vows to see out his Chelsea contract as he rules out summer exit. By talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) | Friday, July 24, 2015. John Obi Mikel vows to ... «talkSPORT.com, Jul 15»
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'I'm happy here' - Obi ends speculation over Chelsea future
John Obi Mikel has moved to end speculation over his Chelsea future by insisting he is happy at Stamford Bridge. The 28-year-old was linked ... «Goal.com, Jul 15»
5
Local citizens donate blood
Stasha May gives the thumbs up sign while giving blood at the OBI blood drive at the First United Methodist Church last week. «Press-leader, Jul 15»
6
John Obi Mikel: I want to see out the two years left on my Chelsea …
The Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel, has confirmed he wants to stay at Chelsea and see out the remaining two years left on his contract. «Evening Standard, Jul 15»
7
Explore the secret history of Obi-Wan Kenobi in preview of Marvel's …
Luke Skywalker has uncovered the journals of his departed mentor Obi-Wan Kenobi. Now, experience Kenobi's harrowing accounts of days ... «Flickering Myth, Jul 15»
8
Obi resumes as acting NIMASA Director General
According to a statement issued by NIMASA's Deputy Director/Head Public Relations, Isichei Osamgbi, Obi brings over two decades ... «The Guardian Nigeria, Jul 15»
9
Oliseh to recall Mikel Obi for Tanzania clash
Mikel Obi WC2014 New Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh, is set to invite John Mikel Obi, for Nigeria's next Africa Cup of Nations qualifier ... «DailyPost Nigeria, Jul 15»
10
Could An Obi Wan Kenobi Spin-Off Movie Look Like This?
A Boba Fett solo movie is heavily rumored, while Obi Wan Kenobi is another name that has been banded around by fans. Currently, a Boba ... «moviepilot.com, Jul 15»

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