Wobbly Definition & Meaning

wobbly
adjective
  1. inclined to shake as from weakness or defect; "a rickety table"; "a wobbly chair with shaky legs"; "the ladder felt a little wobbly"; "the bridge still stands though one of the arches is wonky"
noun
  1. a member of the Industrial Workers of the World

"Wobbly" in song lyrics

See how wobbly is used in real songs:

  • "Dirty red carpet and you walk by me wobbly"
    Aceyalone — Takeoff
  • "knees become wobbly"
    American Cream Team f/ Raekwon, RZA — It's Not a Game
  • "Probably, walkin til my legs get wobbly"
    Buck 65 — Attack of the Nerds 2001

Usage tips for "wobbly"

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