cockeye bob
Meaning
A sudden, short-lived storm or squall, especially in north-western Australia. Dated.
Example
A cockeye bob blew through the camp and flattened the tents.
Origin
Origin unknown
Variants
cock-eye bob, cock-eyed bob, cockeyed bob
Nearby words
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