hub

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a central airport or station where many different routes meet.

n. a central point in a transport system where many routes converge and passengers or goods are transferred.

“We had to change planes at the airline's main hub in Dubai.”

“The logistics company established a regional hub near the port to streamline the distribution of goods across the northern provinces.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Technical

n. the central part of a wheel that the other parts connect to.

n. the central part of a wheel, rotating on or with the axle, and from which the spokes radiate.

“The mechanic noticed that the hub of the front wheel was cracked.”

“The cyclist carefully greased the wheel hub to ensure the bearings would rotate smoothly during the long-distance race.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Computing Technical

n. a device used to connect several computers or electronic pieces together in a network.

n. a hardware device used to connect multiple Ethernet devices together and make them act as a single network segment.

“I bought a USB hub so I could plug my mouse, keyboard, and printer into one port.”

“The network administrator replaced the old passive hub with a high-speed switch to reduce data collisions and improve overall office connectivity.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Informal

n. a central area in a video game where you can choose which level to play next.

n. a central world or menu area in a video game from which various levels or game modes are accessed.

“After finishing the first mission, you return to the hub to upgrade your weapons.”

“The game's hub world is filled with non-playable characters who provide side quests and lore before the player enters the main dungeons.”