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stubby

adjective

ˈstə-bē How to pronounce stubby (audio)
Definition of stubbynext
as in stout
being compact and broad in build and often short in stature seven stubby little fellows carried the sleeping Snow White back to their home in a cave

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Recent Examples of stubby Gravity-1, a distinctively squat and stubby rocket, launched Tuesday night (July 21) from the deck of a ship stationed off the coast of Shanghai. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 22 July 2026 Turned into an elegant hors d’oeuvre with a wedge of Brie and a stubby cornichon. — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 July 2026 The player uses a stubby wooden bat shaped like a small frying pan to try to scoop it back, but the geometry defeats her. — Mark Rice-Oxley, Christian Science Monitor, 29 June 2026 This one has stubby legs to make your ceilings appear even taller, along with plenty of space to keep your records pristine and hide the tangle of cords when company’s over. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stubby
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stubby
  1. stout
  2. stumpy
  3. stocky
  4. sturdy
  5. plump
  6. squatty
Adjective
  • The Evans defense, which has been stout all season, forced a change of possession on five different Winter Park fourth-down plays inside the 20, as the Wildcats struggled in the red zone.
    — Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Webb figures he's got the best of both worlds, having his play-calling mentor by his side and squaring off against defensive coordinator Vance Joseph and Denver's stout defense all summer.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of stout
Adjective
  • This adorable costume looks poised to rule over The Masked Singer stage with a flick of her paw and a wag of her stumpy tail.
    — Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
  • These members of the squash family produce fruits in all different shapes, sizes, and colors; there are huge ones, tiny ones, stumpy ones, tall ones, and even bumpy ones.
    — Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Nov. 2022
Definition of stumpy
Adjective
  • The suspect is described as a White man in his 30s about 6 feet tall with a stocky build.
    — Juli McDonald, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Unlike paper wasps, yellow jackets have a shorter, stockier body with a less pronounced narrow waist.
    — Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of stocky
Adjective
  • That’s a clear sign of just how timeless and sturdy his music is in a scene defined by constant turnover.
    — Billboard Japan, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Once your little one has graduated from the baby bath at around five months, this bath seat with a high backrest and sturdy design is the next step.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of sturdy
Adjective
  • Chipotle-Shrimp Tacos With Fennel and Beans Canned pinto beans hold their own next to the smoky, plump shrimp in these tacos.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Key Takeaways Fresh ginger should feel firm, with plump knobs and taut skin, while soft or moldy pieces should be avoided.
    — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of plump
Adjective
  • Sit with your feet wide apart and elevate them on blocks, stools, or a squatty potty to lift your knees above your hips.
    — Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Early on, many Falcons players and coaches misinterpreted his squatty 6-foot-3-ish, 305-pound frame and notably rounded midsection as a lack of athleticism.
    — Josh Kendall, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
Definition of squatty

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“Stubby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stubby. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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