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dub

[dʌb]

dub Definition

  • 1give an unofficial name or nickname to (someone or something)
  • 2replace the original soundtrack of a film with a synchronized translation

Using dub: Examples

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

  • Example

    He was dubbed 'the king of rock and roll.'

  • Example

    The movie was dubbed in Spanish for the Latin American market.

  • Example

    She was dubbed the 'queen of soul' by her fans.

dub Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with dub

  • dub someone/something as

    officially designate or describe someone or something as a particular thing

    Example

    He was dubbed as the most promising young actor of the year.

  • replace the original soundtrack of a film with a synchronized translation

    Example

    The movie was dubbed over in French for the European market.

  • remove the original soundtrack of a film and replace it with music or sound effects

    Example

    The director decided to dub out the original soundtrack and replace it with a new score.

Origins of dub

from Old English 'dubbian', meaning 'to confer knighthood'

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Summary: dub in Brief

The verb 'dub' [dʌb] means to give an unofficial name or nickname to someone or something, or to replace the original soundtrack of a film with a synchronized translation. It is often used to officially designate or describe someone or something as a particular thing, as in 'He was dubbed as the most promising young actor of the year.'

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