Main Entry: stub·by

Pronunciation: \ˈstə-bē\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): stub·bi·er; stub·bi·est

Date: 15th century

1 : abounding with stubs
2 a : resembling a stub : being short and thick <stubby fingers> b : being short and thickset : squat c : being short, broad, or blunt (as from use or wear) <an old stubby pencil>