General
stubby
What does stubby mean?
A short, squat glass bottle of beer, typically 375ml.
"Grab us a stubby from the fridge."
Origin
From 'stubby' (short and thick), describing the bottle shape; Australian from the 1960s.
Frequently asked questions
What is a stubby in Australia?
A stubby is a short, squat glass bottle of beer, typically holding 375ml.
Why is it called a stubby?
The name comes from 'stubby' meaning short and thick, describing the bottle's compact shape. It's been used since the 1960s.
What are stubbies as shorts?
'Stubbies' is also a well-known brand of short shorts, so the word can refer to that iconic Aussie workwear too.
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