dub

Definition

  • verb: to give (someone or something) a name or title
  • verb: to confer knighthood on
  • often used as '(be) dubbed'
  • synonyms: entitle, call, ornament

Examples

  • They 'dubbed in' the music. = They 'dubbed' the music 'in'.

  • He was hired to 'dub' the dialogue for a foreign film.

  • Critics 'dubbed' him the new king of rock ‘n’ roll.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Very well. What is your name? Uh, oh, uh, Cricket's the name. Jiminy Cricket. - Kneel, Mr Cricket. - Huh? No tricks now. l dub you Pinocchio's conscience, lord high keeper ofthe knowledge of right and wrong, counsellor in moments oftemptation... and guide along the straight and narrow path. (..)
    1940 Pinocchio