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hub

 

[ hʌb ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

central point

A hub is a central point where multiple connections converge or from which information is distributed.

Synonyms

center, core, heart

Examples of usage

  • The city serves as a hub for transportation in the region.
  • The airport is a major hub for international flights.
Context #2 | Noun

networking

In networking, a hub is a device that connects multiple computers in a local area network (LAN).

Synonyms

connector, junction, link

Examples of usage

  • The company uses a hub to connect all the computers in the office.
  • The hub allows for easy communication between all devices in the network.
Context #3 | Verb

to gather

To hub means to gather or come together at a central point.

Synonyms

assemble, converge, gather

Examples of usage

  • The team hubbed at the meeting point before starting the hike.
  • Students hubbed at the library to study for their exams.

Translations

Translations of the word "hub" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hub

🇮🇳 हब

🇩🇪 Hub

🇮🇩 pusat

🇺🇦 хаб

🇵🇱 hub

🇯🇵 ハブ

🇫🇷 hub

🇪🇸 hub

🇹🇷 merkez

🇰🇷 허브

🇸🇦 محور

🇨🇿 hub

🇸🇰 hub

🇨🇳 枢纽

🇸🇮 hub

🇮🇸 miðstöð

🇰🇿 хаб

🇬🇪 ჰაბი

🇦🇿 hub

🇲🇽 hub

Etymology

The word 'hub' originated in the 17th century from the Old French word 'hube', meaning the 'hollow of a wheel or vessel'. It evolved to refer to the central part of a wheel from which the spokes radiate, symbolizing a central point or connection. Over time, the term expanded to include various contexts such as transportation and networking.

See also: hubbub.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,904 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.