stu
bble
Plural
stubbles
1
short stiff hair growing on the face when it is not shaved, typically on a man's face
- After not shaving for a few days, he had a thick stubble covering his chin and cheeks.
- His stubble scratched against her cheek as he leaned in for a kiss.
- He looked rugged and handsome with his stubble, which he maintained carefully for a more mature look.
- The stubble on his face was starting to turn gray, signaling his years of wisdom and experience.
- She handed him a razor, suggesting he shave off the stubble if he wanted to look more polished for the meeting.
2
the leftover plant material, like seed coverings and bits of stem or leaves, remaining after crops are harvested
- The field was left with stubble after the wheat harvest.
- Stubble from the cornfield covered the ground.
- Farmers use stubble to protect the soil.
- After mowing the lawn, the yard was covered in grass stubble.
- Stubble helps keep soil erosion in check.