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cubicle

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Noun — A small partitioned-off space within a larger room, especially a workspace.

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Etymology

From Latin cubiculum, meaning "bedroom," borrowed via Late Middle English.

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What does “cubicle” mean?

The word “cubicle” means a small partitioned-off space within a larger room, especially a workspace. In plain terms, a small, partly enclosed space used for work, changing, or privacy.

How do you pronounce “cubicle”?

“Cubicle” is pronounced KYOO-bih-kuhl (/ˈkjubɪkəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “cubicle” in a sentence?

Here is “cubicle” used in a sentence: “Her cubicle was decorated with photos of her kids.”

What part of speech is “cubicle”?

“Cubicle” is a noun.

Where does the word “cubicle” come from?

The word “cubicle” comes from Latin. From Latin cubiculum, meaning "bedroom," borrowed via Late Middle English.

How many meanings does “cubicle” have?

“Cubicle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small partitioned-off space within a larger room, especially a workspace.

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