1. plural of sub; substitute teachers
Usage: informal
2. plural of sub; submarine sandwiches
Usage: informal
3. plural of sub; submarines
Usage: informal

Examples

• The school hired several subs to cover for teachers who were out sick.
• We ordered three subs from the deli for lunch.
• The navy deployed two subs to patrol the coast.
• The coach put in fresh subs during the second half.
• They’re looking for more subs to work at the elementary school.
• These subs are loaded with turkey and cheese.
• The subs helped turn the game around with their energy.