tub
UK: tʌb | US: tʌb
n. a wide, open, deep container, typically round and made of wood or metal, used for holding liquids or other substances
n. (informal) a bathtub
n. (historical) a unit of capacity for butter, fish, etc., varying by region
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The word "tub" originates from Middle English tubbe, likely derived from Old English tubb or Old Norse tubba, both referring to a vessel or cask. Its compact structure reflects its ancient Germanic roots, with no clear prefix/root/suffix division. The word has retained its core meaning of a container, though its usage has expanded informally (e.g., "bathtub").
She filled the tub with water to wash the clothes.
The fisherman stored his catch in a wooden tub.
After a long day, he relaxed in a hot tub.
The recipe calls for a tub of butter.
Children love playing with toy boats in the tub.