Meaning of hub in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /həb/

    US accent Play button

    UK accent Play button

  1. Noun

    hub

    Etymology

    early 16th century (denoting a shelf at the side of a fireplace used for heating pans): of unknown origin (compare with hob)

    Definitions

    1. the central part of a car wheel (or fan or propeller etc) through which the shaft or axle passes
  2. 2. a center of activity or interest or commerce or transportation

    Examples

    • « a focal point around which events revolve »
    • « the playground is the hub of parental supervision »
    • « the airport is the economic hub of the area »

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