stubble
7 synonyms for stubble, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Short, rough hair growing on a man’s face after not shaving for a day or two.
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 stubble
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
facial stubble
a field of stubble
Etymology
From Old French estoble, ultimately from Latin stipula, meaning "stalk" or "straw."
Full origin of stubble →Frequently asked questions
What does “stubble” mean?
The word “stubble” means short, rough hair growing on a man’s face after not shaving for a day or two. In plain terms, short rough growth — either facial hair or leftover crop stalks in a field.
How do you pronounce “stubble”?
“Stubble” is pronounced STUHB-uhl (/ˈstʌb.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “stubble” in a sentence?
Here is “stubble” used in a sentence: “He hadn’t shaved in days, and dark stubble covered his jaw.”
What is another word for “stubble”?
Words with a similar meaning to “stubble” include stub and stump.
What part of speech is “stubble”?
“Stubble” is a noun.
Where does the word “stubble” come from?
The word “stubble” comes from Latin. From Old French estoble, ultimately from Latin stipula, meaning "stalk" or "straw.".
How many meanings does “stubble” have?
“Stubble” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: short, rough hair growing on a man’s face after not shaving for a day or two.
