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what exactly does FOB mean?

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Old 05-11-2005 | 03:13 PM
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i kno its the keyless entry remote but i never heard that term before being on this forum, does it stand for something or is it just another term for it?
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fob ( P ) Pronunciation Key (fb)
n.
A small pocket at the front waistline of a man'* trousers or in the front of a vest, used especially to hold a watch.

A short chain or ribbon attached to a pocket watch and worn hanging in front of the vest or waist.
An ornament or seal attached to such a chain or ribbon. <------------------
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Thank goodness someone asked that...I've really wanted to know for a really long time.
Old 05-11-2005 | 10:37 PM
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I couldn't figure it out either, but was too lazy to google it.
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Originally Posted by willwren
fob ( P ) Pronunciation Key (fb)
n.
A small pocket at the front waistline of a man'* trousers or in the front of a vest, used especially to hold a watch.

A short chain or ribbon attached to a pocket watch and worn hanging in front of the vest or waist.
An ornament or seal attached to such a chain or ribbon. <------------------
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