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chub Definition and Meaning in English (chub definition)

noun
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Chub definition: A freshwater fish of the carp family, typically found in rivers and streams, known for its stout body and large scales.

Definitions of Chub

  1. 1noun

    A freshwater fish of the carp family, typically found in rivers and streams, known for its stout body and large scales.

  2. 2noun(informal)

    An informal term for a plump or slightly overweight person.

Example Sentences

“The angler caught a large chub in the river.”

casual

“He was a bit of a chub as a child, but he grew into a lean adult.”

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nounchubbiness
adjectivechubby

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Chub definition: A freshwater fish of the carp family, typically found in rivers and streams, known for its stout body and large scales.
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'Chub' translates to 'chub' in English. Chub definition: A freshwater fish of the carp family, typically found in rivers and streams, known for its stout body and large scales.
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