Tub: meaning, definitions and examples
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tub
[ tสb ]
bathing
A wide, open, deep, typically round container with a flat bottom used for holding liquids, growing plants, etc.
Synonyms
bath, bath basin, bathing tub
Examples of usage
- She soaked in the tub for hours.
- He filled the tub with warm water for a relaxing bath.
- The baby splashed happily in the tub.
- The tub was filled with bubbles and scented oils.
- The old clawfoot tub added character to the bathroom.
informal
A large, heavy, or awkwardly shaped receptacle or container.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He carried the heavy tub of tools to the worksite.
- She lugged the tub of laundry up the stairs.
Translations
Translations of the word "tub" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tubo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคฒเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Rohr
๐ฎ๐ฉ tabung
๐บ๐ฆ ัััะฑะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ rura
๐ฏ๐ต ็ฎก
๐ซ๐ท tube
๐ช๐ธ tubo
๐น๐ท boru
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃูุจูุจ
๐จ๐ฟ trubka
๐ธ๐ฐ rรบrka
๐จ๐ณ ็ฎก
๐ธ๐ฎ cev
๐ฎ๐ธ rรถr
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัาฏััะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ boru
๐ฒ๐ฝ tubo
Etymology
The word 'tub' originated in Middle English, from the Old English word 'tubbe', which is of obscure origin. It has been used to refer to a container for holding liquids since the 14th century. The use of 'tub' to describe a bathing container dates back to the 17th century. Over time, it has also come to mean a large or heavy receptacle. The word has remained relatively unchanged in its basic meaning throughout its history.
See also: tuber.