Synonyms for
Cubes
Definition
Cubes are three-dimensional objects with six square faces that are all the same size.
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Common collocations
- ice cubes
- sugar cubes
- building blocks
- rubik's cube
- cut into cubes
- data cubes
- cube root
Word family
Usage note
The word 'cubes' primarily refers to three-dimensional shapes with six equal square faces. It can also refer to the result of raising a number to the third power.
Example sentences
- I stacked the cubes one on top of the other.
- The teacher gave each student a cube to measure.
- We used cubes to build a tower.
- The ice in my drink is shaped like cubes.
- My little brother likes to play with his toy cubes.
Quotes
I always thought that the Rubik's cube was invented by a guy who was trying to distract his mind from the guilt of inventing napalm. - Erno Rubik
A talented musician, a very talented man, he's got a great sense of humor, makes me laugh, which is always a good thing, and a very kind heart, always giving time to charities. And, oh yeah, he's a bloody good goalkeeper! He's a cube, he's a rock. - Vinnie Jones
When I was 11, I had an 'E.T.'-themed birthday party. I had an E.T. cake, and everyone who came to the party watched 'E.T.' We had a little contest to see who could find the most Reese's Pieces, because that was E.T.'s favorite candy. I won because I was the birthday girl. I felt like a cube of butter that day. - Melissa St. Vil