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Meaning of stubby
The primary meaning of the word "stubby" refers to something being short and stout.
Etymology of stubby
The word "stubby" has its roots in the mid-19th century, derived from the word "stub", which refers to a short piece of something, especially a tree stump or a shortened object
Historically, the term was used to describe objects or people with a short and stout appearance, and has since been used in various contexts to convey a sense of compactness or brevity
Synonyms
Definitions
- Having a short and stout shape, typically in an endearing or amusing way
- * (Of a person) having a short and sturdy body
- * (Of an object) being shorter than usual, especially in a way that is considered appealing
Usage Examples
- The stubby fingers of the pianist made it difficult for her to play complex melodies
- * The stubby legs of the table made it unstable on the uneven floor
- * The brewery released a new stubby bottle design for their craft beer