bubbe
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bubbe
First recorded in 1895–1900; from Yiddish bobe, from Polish baba
Example Sentences
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Bundle of oy: A toddler who makes you wonder why you were so eager to be a bubbe.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 27, 2022
Instead, mix it into your matzo balls, or sizzle some chicken livers and make your bubbe proud.
From Salon ● Sep. 1, 2021
Alas, the wisdom of the bubbe often collapses under rigorous testing.
From The New Yorker ● Dec. 29, 2016
“My bubbe was a little disappointed by that,” Mr. Spera said after opening night.
From New York Times ● Jul. 27, 2016
“Do you want me to come back later, Clara dear?” asked the bubbe as Boaz at last bolted down the aisle and out the door.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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