stubby
UK: ˈstʌbi | US: ˈstʌbi
adj. short and thick in shape
adj. (of objects) blunt or truncated
adj. (informal) resembling a stub; squat
The word "stubby" derives from "stub," which originated from Old English "stybb," meaning the stump of a tree or a short remaining part. The suffix "-y" is a productive English adjectival suffix, often used to describe characteristics (e.g., "bumpy," "fuzzy"). Over time, "stubby" evolved to describe anything short, thick, or blunt, reflecting the visual association with a truncated object. The term is commonly applied to objects (e.g., "stubby fingers," "stubby bottle") and retains a vivid, descriptive quality.
The toddler grasped the crayon with his stubby fingers.
She preferred stubby pencils for sketching rough drafts.
The hiker tripped over a stubby tree root protruding from the ground.
The brewery is famous for its iconic stubby beer bottles.
His beard was short and stubby, barely covering his chin.