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Definition of hubcap

hubcap

/ˈhʌb.kæp/
hub · cap
Plural:hubcaps
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hubcap Lexical Profile

hubcap Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A metal or plastic cover that fits over the hub of a motor vehicle's wheel, often designed to protect the lug nuts and enhance aesthetic appeal.

Example

"After hitting a large pothole on the highway, the old sedan lost its front-right hubcap."

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• Nearby Words

huasco
hub
hubbard squash
hubcap
huchen
huckleberry
hudson river

Word Origin & Etymology

Early 20th century compound formed from 'hub' (the central part of a wheel) and 'cap' (a lid or cover).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hubcap. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hubcap
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