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hub

/hʌb/
Meanings
  • noun

    A central place, source, or point from which activities, influences, or communications converge.

  • noun

    The central part or core of an organization, system, or network.

Pronunciation
  1. /hʌb/



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Synonyms

hub world
Rhymes
Words rhyming with hub
tub , hut , put
Variants
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hub , hubs , hub-and-spoke
Etymology
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From Old English hubbe, meaning 'hub of a wheel'.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'hub' is also used in computing to refer to a central server or device that connects and manages other devices or networks.

  2. In aviation, a 'hub airport' is a major airport that serves as a central connecting point for airlines and their flights.

Related Concepts
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  1. spoke: A radial part extending from the hub of a wheel.

  2. hubcap: A circular covering for the center of a wheel, especially one that is decorative.

Culture
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In literature, 'hub' can refer to the central place or point of action, such as in the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. In art, 'hub' can symbolize unity and connection, as seen in the sculpture 'The Hub' by John Henry. In music, 'hub' is a term used in jazz improvisation to describe a central theme or idea around which musicians build their solos.

How to Memorize "hub"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a wheel with a hub at its center. Visualize the spokes radiating out from the hub.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'hub' with the idea of a central point or place.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'HUB' to remember the definition: Hub is a central point or place.

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