Definition of CUBIC

cubic

Plural: cubics

Adjective

  • having three dimensions

Adj

  • Used in the names of units of volume formed by multiplying a unit of length by itself twice.
  • Relating to polynomials of the form ax³+bx²+cx+d.
  • Having three equal axes and all angles 90°.

Noun

  • A mathematical expression or equation of the third degree.
  • A cubic curve.

Examples

  • cubic cleavage
  • cubic foot
  • Solving the CUBIC challenge of finding a high-scoring word on a tight board requires skill.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle French cubique, equivalent to cube + -ic.

Synonyms

three-dimensional, cubic curve, isometric, monometric

Antonyms

linear, planar

Scrabble Score: 11

cubic: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
cubic: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
cubic: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

cubic: valid Words With Friends Word