supersub

English

noun
Definitions
  • (sports) A substitute player who significantly contributes to a team's success.
  • (cricket) 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.
  • A particularly well-equipped and powerful submarine underwater vehicle.

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Prefix from English sub.

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English

sub

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