noun
Uncommon
Cub
kuhb
Cub (noun) means the young of certain animals, such as lions, bears, or foxes. Example: “The lioness kept a close watch over her cubs.”
noun
1
The young of certain animals, such as lions, bears, or foxes.
"The lioness kept a close watch over her cubs."
2
A member of the Cub Scouts, a junior branch of the Scouting movement.
"He joined the Cubs at age eight and loved the camping trips."
How to use Cub
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA baby animal, especially of a predator like a lion or bear, or a young Scout.
Common pairings
bear cub
lion cub
cub scout
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Word forms
- Plural
- Cubs
- Third person singular
- cubs
- Past tense
- cubbed
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The lioness kept a close watch over her _____.
Etymology
Origin uncertain; the word originally referred specifically to a young fox before broadening to cover other animals' young.
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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.
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