verb
- past tense of hobnob; to associate or socialize in a friendly way, especially with people of higher social status
Usage: informal
Examples
- She hobnobbed with celebrities at the charity gala.
- The young politician hobnobbed with wealthy donors at the fundraiser.
- He hobnobbed with the executives during the company retreat.
- They hobnobbed with local dignitaries at the mayor’s reception.
- The journalist hobnobbed with Hollywood stars at the film festival.
- She hobnobbed with influential business leaders at the conference.