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- pronunciation:
- suhb
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
(informal) short form of "submarine," a sea vessel that can travel under water.
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| definition 2: |
a substitute teacher.
We had a sub in math today.- similar words:
- substitute
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| definition 3: |
a sandwich made on a long roll; submarine sandwich.
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
subs, subbing, subbed |
| definition: |
(informal) to take the place of another; substitute for another.
Ms. Smith was sick, so Mr. Jones subbed for her.- similar words:
- double, fill in, substitute
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