English Explanatory Dictionary

supersub

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A substitute player who significantly contributes to a team's success.
  2. In non-standard cricketing rules, a substitute player who is able to come on and replace any player at any point during the game, and to take over the other player's batting and bowling duties.
  3. A particularly well-equipped and powerful submarine (underwater vehicle).

Pronunciation

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Word forms

supersub supersubs super sub

Etymology

From super- + sub.

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