Cub: meaning, definitions and examples
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cub
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mathematics
A cube is a three-dimensional geometric shape with six equal square faces.
Synonyms
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cub |
Referring to a young animal, particularly young mammals like bears, lions, and tigers. Often used in wildlife documentaries, zoos, or literature involving animals.
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hexahedron |
Technical and academic, specifically within the context of geometry to denote a polyhedron with six faces. Often used in advanced mathematical discussions or academic papers.
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block |
General usage to refer to a solid piece of material with flat surfaces. Common in construction, children's toys, or urban architecture.
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Examples of usage
- The dice we use in board games are in the shape of a cube.
- The Rubik's Cube is a popular puzzle toy.
zoology
A young animal, such as a bear, fox, or lion.
Synonyms
baby animal, offspring.
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cub |
Commonly used when referring to young wild animals, especially carnivores such as lions, bears, and wolves.
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baby animal |
A general term used for any young animal, often used in everyday speech and suitable for children or when the exact young animal term is not known.
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offspring |
A more formal term that can refer to the young of animals or humans, but often used in scientific or academic contexts. Can sometimes imply a neutral or less emotional tone.
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Examples of usage
- The lioness was seen playing with her cub in the grass.
- The bear cub was following closely behind its mother.
informal
A room in a block of flats or similar building.
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cub |
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apartment |
A private residence in a building with multiple units, commonly used in American English.
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flat |
A private residence in a building with multiple units, commonly used in British English.
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Examples of usage
- She lives in a cozy little cub on the third floor of the building.
- The studio apartment was small, but it had a nice view from the cub window.
Translations
Translations of the word "cub" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cubo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Wรผrfel
๐ฎ๐ฉ kubus
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัะฑ
๐ต๐ฑ szeลcian
๐ฏ๐ต ใญใฅใผใ
๐ซ๐ท cube
๐ช๐ธ cubo
๐น๐ท kรผp
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุนุจ
๐จ๐ฟ kostka
๐ธ๐ฐ kocka
๐จ๐ณ ็ซๆนไฝ
๐ธ๐ฎ kocka
๐ฎ๐ธ teningur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบัะฑ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kub
๐ฒ๐ฝ cubo
Etymology
The word 'cub' has origins in Middle English, coming from the Old French word 'cobe', meaning 'young of a beast'. It has been used historically to refer to young animals and later extended to other objects resembling the shape or nature of a young animal. The informal usage of 'cub' to refer to a room in a building developed in the 19th century, likely due to the compact and contained nature of such spaces.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,783, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 19784 cinders
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