cube
cube
(kyb) noun
1.
Mathematics. A regular solid having six congruent square faces.
2. a. Something having the general shape of a cube: a cube of sugar. b. A cubicle, used for work or study.
3. Mathematics. The third power of a number or quantity.
4. cubes Slang. Cubic inches. Used especially of an internal combustion engine.
verb
, transitive
cubed, cubing, cubes
1.
Mathematics. To raise (a quantity or number) to the third power.
2. To determine the cubic contents of.
3. To form or cut into cubes; dice.
4. To tenderize (meat) by breaking the fibers with superficial cuts in a pattern of squares.
[Latin cubus, from Greek kubos.]
cub
ʹer noun