Meaning of the word chub in English

What does chub mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

chub

US /tʃʌb/
UK /tʃʌb/
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Noun

1.

a freshwater fish of the carp family, with a thick body and large head, found in Europe and Asia

Example:
The angler caught a large chub in the river.
Chub are often found in clear, flowing waters.
2.

a short, thick person

Example:
He's a bit of a chub, but he's very strong.
The baby was a cute little chub.