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stub

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Noun — A short remaining piece of something after the main part has been used, cut, or removed.

How to use stub

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pay stub ticket stub stub your toe

Etymology

From Old English stybb, meaning "tree stump," later extended to any short, blunt remnant.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “stub” mean?

The word “stub” means a short remaining piece of something after the main part has been used, cut, or removed. In plain terms, a short leftover piece of something, or (as a verb) to painfully knock your toe against something.

How do you pronounce “stub”?

“Stub” is pronounced stuhb (/stʌb/ in IPA).

How do you use “stub” in a sentence?

Here is “stub” used in a sentence: “He kept the ticket stub as a souvenir from the concert.”

What part of speech is “stub”?

Depending on how it is used, “stub” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “stub” come from?

The word “stub” comes from Old English. From Old English stybb, meaning "tree stump," later extended to any short, blunt remnant.

How many meanings does “stub” have?

“Stub” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short remaining piece of something after the main part has been used, cut, or removed.

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