Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Sir John Berry Hobbs: A notable and highly regarded English cricketer who played from 1905 to 1934. He is widely considered one of the greatest batsmen in the history of cricket.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • John Berry Hobbs scored more first-class centuries than any other player.
  • The batting technique of John Berry Hobbs is still studied by coaches today.
  • Many cricket historians believe John Berry Hobbs was the finest opening batsman of his era.

Advanced Usage

• "The Master": Hobbs is often referred to by the nickname "The Master" in cricket literature and commentary, acknowledging his supreme skill.
  • Even on difficult pitches, The Master, John Berry Hobbs, found a way to score runs.

Variants and Related Words

• Jack Hobbs: The common and familiar name used for him during his playing career and in general discourse.
  • Jack Hobbs played most of his county cricket for Surrey.
• Sir Jack Hobbs: The formal title used after he was knighted in 1953.
  • Sir Jack Hobbs was knighted for his services to cricket.

Synonyms

• Cricketer: A person who plays cricket. (This is the general category; Hobbs is a specific, iconic example.)
• Batsman: A player who specializes in batting. (Hobbs was a premier batsman.)

Related Phrases

• To have a record like Hobbs: Used informally to describe a batsman with exceptional longevity and run-scoring ability.
  • He aims to have a record like Hobbs by the end of his career.
• Hobbs-esque innings: Describes a long, skillful, and technically correct innings by a batsman.
  • The young opener played a truly Hobbs-esque innings to save the match.

Noun

1. notable English cricketer (1882-1963)