Meaning
A device in some looms that allows the weaving of small geometric patterns.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From Dobby. Sense “household ghost” from Dob, variant of Rob.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020, 2021, 2024, 2026.