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definition of lobat
adjective
Low battery strength in rechargeable mobile phones / devices. Very common in Asian countries, particularly the Philippines. Stems from the abbreviated warning sign on phone screens, warning of low battery charge.
I can't talk for long, Iobat. My phone is showing lobat.
Submitted by: Andrew from New Zealand on 28/04/2010 03:25:00
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