cube

Definitions of cube
  1. noun
    a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides
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    type of:
    solide
    a three-dimensional shape
  2. noun
    the product of three equal terms
    synonyms: puissance trois
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    type of:
    chiffre, nombre
    a concept of quantity involving zero and units
  3. noun
    a block in the (approximate) shape of a cube
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    types:
    dé
    a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers
    glaçon
    a small cube of artificial ice; used for cooling drinks
    type of:
    bloc
    a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)
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