abbreviation cubic feet refers to the shortened form “cu ft” used to measure the volume of a space or object. Cubic feet are commonly used in shipping and storage to determine the amount of space an item will occupy. For example, a package that is 2 feet long, 2 feet wide, and 2 feet high would have a volume of 8 cubic feet (2 x 2 x 2 = 8). This measurement is essential when calculating shipping costs, as many shipping carriers base their rates on the volume and weight of the package. Cubic feet are also used in determining storage space for inventory in warehouses or in moving household goods.