Sub Definition & Meaning
sub
- noun
- a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States
- a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes
- verb
- be a substitute; "The young teacher had to substitute for the sick colleague"; "The skim milk substitutes for cream-- we are on a strict diet"
"Sub" in song lyrics
See how sub is used in real songs:
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"Bring that notion to my ocean boy you sunk in a sub"
Bubba Sparxxx — Well Water -
"In the hood trap, and they tryna derail the sub"
Chief Kamachi — This Man -
"Man yeap, I dipped down some steps and into the sub"
Diamond Shell — Cut School
Words that rhyme with sub
Usage tips for "sub"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sub" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sub to find words that pair well.