hub

noun
UK: /hʌb/
US: /hʌb/

  1. The central part of a wheel, fan, or propeller.

    1. The hub of the wheel was made of strong metal.
    2. The aircraft's propeller hub requires a regular inspection for cracks and wear.

  2. A central point of activity or interest.

    1. The city is a hub for business.
    2. The university is a research hub, attracting scholars from around the globe.

  3. A device that connects multiple computers together in a network.

    1. Connect the hub to the router.
    2. The network hub facilitates communication between all connected devices efficiently.

Synonyms

center middle heart core node focus nucleus
hub intransitive-verb

  1. To develop into a hub of activity.

    1. The area is hubbing with new restaurants.
    2. The town is hubbing as a center for technological innovation, attracting numerous startups.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hub" in English means: The central part of a wheel, fan, or propeller., A central point of activity or interest., A device that connects multiple computers together in a network..

The phonetic transcription of "hub" is /hʌb/ in British English and /hʌb/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hub": center, middle, heart, core, node, focus, nucleus.

Example usage of "hub": "The hub of the wheel was made of strong metal.". More examples on the page.