cube

noun

ˈkyüb How to pronounce cube (audio)
Definition of cubenext
as in chamber
one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided even though they worked in adjoining cubes, the two coworkers rarely acknowledged one another's existence

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Recent Examples of cube Cut the butter into cubes and distribute throughout the packets. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 Compression packing cubes are non-negotiable, as is a pair of flip-flops that can go from sightseeing to dinner, not to mention reliable jeans and a roomy tote that somehow fits everything. — Iman Balagam, InStyle, 3 July 2026 South Korea were poor in the second and the Czech Republic melted like an ice cube in the desert. — Jack Lang, New York Times, 1 July 2026 Three standardized cubes Driven by the EU’s AI Factories initiative, operators deploying sovereign AI infrastructure face several challenges under conventional construction models. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cube
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  1. chamber
  2. cell
  3. cabin
  4. bay
  5. compartment
Noun
  • There's no realistic way that a constitutional amendment that controversial — which requires two-thirds approval from both chambers and three-fourths of the states to ratify — could pass in this Congress.
    — Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Lilting piano follows her through the darkness of the castle’s chambers.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of chamber
Noun
  • Other theories suggest that certain cells within the abdomen may transform into endometrial-like tissue, while some evidence points to stem cells or developmental changes that occur before birth.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • This type of inflammation may damage blood vessels, injure nerve cells and activate immune cells within the brain, all of which may contribute to cognitive decline.
    — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of cell
Noun
  • Beneath the cabin’s modest character is a geothermal system, which uses the steady temperature of the ground to help heat and cool the home.
    — Bridget Borgobello July 03, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
  • When tragedy struck, the couple was at their own cabin, while Brooke and Blair were staying with their grandparents Mike, 77, and Charlene Harber, 75, at a friend's place a couple of doors down.
    — Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
Definition of cabin
Noun
  • Surrounded by pines and bay trees, this large freshwater lake is home to several species of fish, mussels, and snails found nowhere else in the world.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 July 2026
  • Beside the wounded Appaloosa was a friendly bay roan, there to keep the Appaloosa calm.
    — Emily Ruskovich, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026
Definition of bay
Noun
  • Inside, the spacious main compartment easily held a heavy travel wallet, an oversized scarf, a water bottle, and my headphones with plenty of room to spare.
    — Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 July 2026
  • Use the front and back slip pockets to stay organized, along with the roomy zip compartment.
    — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Definition of compartment

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