Meaning of the word hob in English

What does hob mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hob

US /hɑːb/
UK /hɒb/

Noun

a flat cooking surface with heating elements or gas burners, typically part of a stove or cooker

Example:
Place the pan on the electric hob.
The new kitchen has a gas hob with five burners.