Cub
7 synonyms for Cub, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The young of certain animals, such as lions, bears, or foxes.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use Cub
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bear cub
lion cub
cub scout
Etymology
Origin uncertain; the word originally referred specifically to a young fox before broadening to cover other animals' young.
Full origin of Cub →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cub” mean?
The word “Cub” means the young of certain animals, such as lions, bears, or foxes. In plain terms, a baby animal, especially of a predator like a lion or bear, or a young Scout.
How do you pronounce “Cub”?
“Cub” is pronounced kuhb (/kʌb/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cub” in a sentence?
Here is “Cub” used in a sentence: “The lioness kept a close watch over her cubs.”
What part of speech is “Cub”?
“Cub” is a noun.
Is “Cub” a common word?
“Cub” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Cub” have?
“Cub” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the young of certain animals, such as lions, bears, or foxes.
