on the rob
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Meaning · English
Engaged in theft.
Register: slang
Examples
He tries to plug himself in the mains with his knob,
And when he's fully recharged he goes out on the rob.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “on the rob” mean?
Engaged in theft.
Is “on the rob” formal or informal?
on the rob is generally slang.