hubby

noun

hub·​by ˈhə-bē How to pronounce hubby (audio)
plural hubbies
Synonyms of hubbynext

Examples of hubby in a Sentence

my hubby's been gone on a trip all week, and I really miss him
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How could your wife get a headache with a great hubby like you? Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 28 May 2026 The Selling Sunset star secretly tied the knot to her businessman hubby Christian Richard in December 2020. Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026 Klum documented their latest romantic interlude on social media in late March, showcasing some PDA with her hubby in a cheeky carousel. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 Apr. 2026 With a possible nod to hubby Ryan Reynolds and pal Taylor Swift (IYKYK), the Lively’s post ended: Punctuated by that potentially telling dragon emoji, the rare direct statement from the actress came this evening on social media. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hubby

Word History

Etymology

by alteration

First Known Use

1688, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hubby was in 1688

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“Hubby.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hubby. Accessed 31 May. 2026.

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