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Word entry · 5 letters

cubby

Best crossword clue

"Small alcove"

5 letters · collected on this word page

5 lettersPronunciation /kʌbi/Part of speech nounSorted bbcuyStarts with CEnds with Y2 cluesCommon crossword word
1C2U3B4B5Y

Definitions

  1. a small secluded room

Word origin

From Middle English cub (“stall”) + -y (diminutive suffix). Cognate with French cagibi.

Used in a sentence

  • It’s standard for Norwegian kindergartens to have rows of cubbies just inside the door, each storing layers of spare clothes, including rain and snow gear and boots and mittens.

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Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues

01Small alcove5 letters
02Small storage nook5 letters

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