Cube

Quick meaning: Cube is a noun meaning (geometry) A regular polyhedron having six identical square faces.

Meaning

(geometry) A regular polyhedron having six identical square faces.

More Meanings

1. Any object more or less in the form of a cube.
2. (mathematics) The third power of a number, value, term or expression.
3. (computing) A data structure consisting of a three-dimensional array; a data cube.
4. A Rubik's cube style puzzle, not necessarily in the shape of a cube.
5. (informal, automotive) Clipping of cubic inch(es).
6. (1950s slang, dated) An extremely socially conventional or conservative person, moreso than even a square.
7. (transitive, arithmetic) To raise to the third power; to determine the result of multiplying by itself twice.

Example Sentences

The cube of 2 is 8.

The cube of 0.5 is 0.125.

A: One cube or two? B: Oh, no sugar for me, thanks.

Cube the ham right after adding the curry to the rice.

Word Forms

• cubes
• cubing
• cubed

Synonyms for cube

Depending on context, synonyms include block, brick, die, dice.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include block, dice, cubic, metre, piece, boss.

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