Pronunciation

/ˈkjuːb/

Definitions

Noun

1. A solid geometric shape with six square faces, usually three dimensions, and eight vertices. Example: The Rubik’s Cube is a popular toy made up of smaller cubes.
2. A regular hexahedron, the three-dimensional analog of a square. Example: The volume of a cube is calculated by multiplying the length of one side cubed.

Verb

1. To form or represent a cube, especially in a digital context. Example: The software generates a 3D cube model.
2. To arrange or present items in a cubic or box-like formation. Example: She arranged the books on the shelf in neat cubes.

Phrases

• “Cube-shaped” or “cubic”
• “A cube of sugar” (referring to a specific size)
• “Cube root” (mathematics)

Example Sentences

• Noun: The architect designed a modern building with a distinctive cube-like facade.
• Verb: He solved the complex puzzle by rotating the cube’s faces.
• Phrasal: She placed a cube of ice in her drink to keep it cold.

Synonyms

• Solid
• Cuboid
• Hexahedron
• Cube-shaped
• Cubical
• Cubic volume