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hub

[ huhb ]

noun

  1. the central part of a wheel, as that part into which the spokes are inserted.
  2. the central part or axle end from which blades or spokelike parts radiate on various devices, as on a fan or propeller.
  3. a center around which other things revolve or from which they radiate; a focus of activity, authority, commerce, transportation, etc.:

    Chicago is a railroad hub.

    Synonyms: , ,

  4. the Hub, Boston, Massachusetts (used as a nickname).
  5. the peg or hob used as a target in quoits and similar games.
  6. any one of the holes in an electrical panel, into which connections may be plugged.
  7. Computers. a device connecting others in a network and enabling communication among them by receiving data packets from any of the devices and broadcasting them to every device on the network irrespective of the intended destination: used primarily in small local area networks. Compare switch ( def 6a ).
  8. Coining. a design of hardened steel in relief, used as a punch in making a die.
  9. Surveying. a stake bearing a tack used to mark a theodolite position.
  10. Metalworking. a die forced into a metal blank.


verb (used with object)

hubbed, hubbing.
  1. Metalworking. to stamp (a metal blank) with a hub.

hub

/ ³óÊŒ²ú /

noun

  1. the central portion of a wheel, propeller, fan, etc, through which the axle passes
  2. the focal point
  3. computing a device for connecting computers in a network
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of hub1

First recorded in 1505–15; perhaps variant of hob 1
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of hub1

C17: probably variant of hob 1
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She said the government was "committed to removing barriers for carers – ensuring that age, training and background don't stand in the way", and offering support and advice at regional fostering hubs.

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The "worst offenders" about to be hit with the highest tariffs include the clothing manufacturing hubs of Vietnam, China and Bangladesh.

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Luxury lounges such as Delta One are popping up at airports around the world, including at LAX, which is attempting to rebuild its image as a desirable travel hub.

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Their first after moving out of their parents’ homes, it has become a central hub for their family, including their five nieces and nephews, who are regular visitors.

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Disney’s goal is to bring together a creative hub for its television groups, including the executives who had remained on the Fox lot, according to knowledgeable people who were not authorized to comment.

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