cub
Translation
cub, youngster, trainee
Examples
We saw a bear and her two cubs.
We saw a bear and her two cubs.
He was a cub reporter at the local newspaper.
He was a cub reporter at the local newspaper.
My son is a Cub Scout.
My son is a Cub Scout.
Grammar Patterns
a ((animal)) cub the young of an animal We saw a lion cub.
a cub ((profession)) a trainee in a profession He is a cub reporter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: young, whelp, fledgling, novice
Etymology
The origin of the word is uncertain, but it's likely unrelated to 'cube'.
Memory Tips
Think of a cute but clumsy baby bear 'cub'. This image of youth and inexperience applies to a 'cub reporter' too.