cubbyhole meaning

UK US /ˈkʌbihoʊl/ 3 syllables

cubbyhole (noun): a small compartment.

cubbyhole has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

cubbyhole as a noun

  1. a small compartment

    Synonyms: pigeonhole

    Type of: compartment

  2. a small secluded room

    Synonyms: cubby, snuggery, snug

    Type of: room

How to pronounce cubbyhole

cubbyhole is pronounced /ˈkʌbihoʊl/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Word lists: words starting with CU · words ending in LE · 9-letter words

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