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cube

[kyo͞ob]

cube Definition

  • 1a symmetrical three-dimensional shape, either solid or hollow, contained by six equal squares
  • 2the third power of a number, expressed as a × a × a or a³
  • 3a small piece of food that has been cut into the shape of a cube

Using cube: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cube" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The room was filled with cubes of different sizes and colors.

  • Example

    The volume of a cube is calculated by multiplying its length, width, and height.

  • Example

    She added a few cubes of sugar to her coffee.

  • Example

    He diced the potatoes into small cubes.

cube Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cube

Phrases with cube

  • a small block of ice, typically rectangular in shape, used for cooling drinks

    Example

    Can you please put some ice cubes in my glass?

  • a small cube-shaped lump of sugar used to sweeten tea or coffee

    Example

    She stirred her tea with a spoon and added a sugar cube.

  • Rubik's Cube

    a three-dimensional puzzle in the form of a plastic cube covered with multicolored squares, which the player must twist and turn to restore each face to a single color

    Example

    He spent hours trying to solve the Rubik's Cube.

Origins of cube

from Old French 'cupe', from Latin 'cupa', meaning 'tub'

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Summary: cube in Brief

A 'cube' [kyo͞ob] is a symmetrical three-dimensional shape made up of six equal squares. It can also refer to the third power of a number or a small piece of food cut into a cube shape. Examples include 'The room was filled with cubes of different sizes and colors,' and 'He diced the potatoes into small cubes.'

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