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supersub

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A substitute player who significantly contributes to a team's success.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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noun

Meaning 2

In non-standard cricketing rules, a substitute player who is able to come on and replace any player at any point during the game, and to take over the other player's batting and bowling duties.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, cricket, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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noun

Meaning 3

A particularly well-equipped and powerful submarine (underwater vehicle).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From super- + sub.