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gobo Synonyms
Another word for gobo
Choosing another word for gobo depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The slender, edible taproot of the burdock plant (Arctium lappa), characterized by its earthy, sweet flavor and crisp texture, widely used in Japanese and other East Asian cuisines.
Usage Example
"She prepared a traditional kinpira dish by braising matchsticks of burdock and carrots in soy sauce and mirin."
Strongest
burdock
• noun (Context 2)
A physical template, screen, or panel slotted inside or placed in front of a lighting source to control the shape of emitted light, or used in audio recording to isolate microphones from unwanted noise.
Usage Example
"The lighting designer used a metal stencil to project the dappled pattern of leaves onto the stage floor."
Strong
stencil
screen
Weak
shield
flag
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Gobo. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/gobo