cube

noun

ˈkyüb How to pronounce cube (audio)
Definition of cubenext
as in chamber
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided even though they worked in adjoining cubes, the two coworkers rarely acknowledged one another's existence

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Recent Examples of cube Waterdrop sells sugar-free cubes that dissolve in tap water, a business built on refill frequency rather than shelf presence. — Josipa Majic Predin, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 And Amazon and other merchants gobbled up the ubiquitous concrete cubes dotting the region’s landscape. — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 31 July 2026 These came in a tiny bag folded very tightly—typically, that means breaking out the steamer or tossing them in the dryer with an ice cube. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 31 July 2026 Polar bears Aleut and Gregor wasted no time and were rolling in the beds of ice cubes after entering their outside enclosure. — ABC News, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cube
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cube
  1. chamber
  2. cell
  3. cabin
  4. bay
  5. compartment
Noun
  • Meanwhile there are several competitive House races this year that will help decide whether Republicans hold their slim majority or Democrats reclaim the chamber.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Special attention Democrats face an uphill climb to flip control of chambers at the Georgia Capitol or the congressional delegation in the midterms.
    — Adam Beam, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of chamber
Noun
  • Instead of relying solely on natural extracts, Reome works with biotech labs to recreate botanical molecules through processes like fermentation or plant cell cultures.
    — Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Jeyne Arryn doesn’t lock people in the dungeon but in sky cells.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of cell
Noun
  • Even more, Sakara’s staterooms are nothing short of luxe—spacious and more boutique hotel than ship cabin.
    — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The 180-acre (73-hectare) retreat, which is run by the Navy and guarded by Marines, has a cabin named Aspen that’s reserved for the president, plus about a dozen other cabins for guests.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
Definition of cabin
Noun
  • More specifically, nutmeg and cloves add subtle warmth, while black pepper and bay leaves add a sharp and herbaceous undertone.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026
  • In 2019, Formosa ended up settling for $50 million to pay for mitigation and remediation projects in the bay, cleaning up plastic and other pollution.
    — Sarah J. Morath, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of bay
Noun
  • For Columbia-class submarines, the central section also contains the missile compartment for Trident II D5 nuclear ballistic missiles.
    — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
  • Bowls come bento-style, with little compartments for carbs, meat and vegetables.
    — Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 30 July 2026
Definition of compartment

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“Cube.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cube. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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