bub

/bʌb/

Definitions

1. noun

A small bubble of air or gas in a liquid.

“The diver felt the bub forming in his scuba tank.”

2. noun

A small amount of liquid that has been formed into a rounded shape, often by being blown or spat.

“A child created a small bub of saliva and spit it at their friend.”

3. verb

To form a small bubble of air or gas in a liquid.

“The water was bubbing up to the surface of the lake.”

4. verb

To make a hissing sound, often when something is being blown or spat.

“The kid was bubbing loudly as he blew bubbles with his straw.”

5. interjection

An expression of excitement or enthusiasm.

“Bub, I just got tickets to the concert!”

Synonyms

  • blister
  • bubble
  • pimple

Antonyms

  • vacuum
  • void