Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stubble
noun
/ˈstʌb.əl/
Definition
Short, stiff hairs that grow on the face after shaving.
Examples
- He decided to grow out his stubble for a more rugged look.
- After a long day, he found that his stubble was quite noticeable.
- She preferred her partner clean-shaven rather than with stubble.
Meaning
Stubble refers to the short, bristly hair that remains on a man’s face after he has shaved, typically visible a day or two after shaving.
Synonyms
- Scruff
- Beard
- Facial hair
