Meaning & Definition of word "Stubble"

Stubble

/ˈstʌb.əl/

1. Short, stiff hairs that grow on a person's face when they have not shaved for a short time.
- Example: He forgot to shave this morning and now he has a noticeable stubble on his chin.
2. The remaining stalks of grain or the like after cutting.
- Example: The farmer left the stubble in the field for soil enrichment after harvesting the wheat.
3. Any short, rough growth or unshaven appearance.
- Example: After a weekend camping trip, he returned home with a light stubble that made him look rugged.

Middle English, from the word 'stob' which means 'a stump'.

five o'clock shadow:

A term for stubble that resembles a shadow at the end of the day when a man hasn’t shaved since morning.

stubbled chin:

Referring to a facial feature that has visible short hair.

crew cut:

A short hairstyle that may leave stubble, common in military contexts.

beard:

Facial hair that may include stubble.

razor:

A tool used for shaving to remove stubble.

groom:

To clean and arrange hair or fur, often includes shaving stubble.

Meaning: Bum fluff

Example Sentence: That kid is trying to grow a beard, but all he has is a bit of bum fluff.

Meaning: Stubble bum

Example Sentence: He's a stubble bum, always opting for a rugged look over a clean shave.