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Definition of cubby

cubby

/ˈkʌb.i/
cub · by
Plural:cubbies
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cubby Lexical Profile

cubby Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small, open storage compartment or pigeonhole, often used in classrooms or mudrooms for storing shoes, coats, and personal belongings.

Example

"Each kindergarten student had a labeled cubby near the door to hang their backpack and jacket."

2

A small, snug, or enclosed space or room.

Example

"The cat curled up in a warm cubby beneath the stairs for an afternoon nap."

3

Australian A small playhouse or temporary shelter built for or by children.

Example

"The kids spent the entire weekend building a wooden cubby in the backyard."

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• Nearby Words

cuban crocodile
cuban knight anole
cuban tree boa
cubby
cubbyhole
cube
cubelike

Word Origin & Etymology

Dating back to the early 19th century, "cubby" is a diminutive of the English dialectal word "cub," meaning a small stall, pen, or hutch for animals, which is likely related to Low German "kubje" (a small shed).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cubby. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cubby
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