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scrubbing Definition and Meaning in English (scrubbing definition)

noun
Synonyms:cleaningscouringrubbing
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Scrubbing definition: The vigorous act of rubbing a surface, often with a brush and cleaning agent, to remove dirt or grime.

Definitions of Scrubbing

  1. 1noun

    The vigorous act of rubbing a surface, often with a brush and cleaning agent, to remove dirt or grime.

  2. 2verb

    The action of cleaning something by rubbing it hard, typically with a brush and water or a cleaning solution.

Example Sentences

casual

“The scrubbing of the old floor took several hours.”

casual

“She was scrubbing the pots and pans in the kitchen.”

casual

“Regular scrubbing is essential to keep the bathroom clean.”

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infinitivescrub
third person singularscrubs
past tensescrubbed
agent nounscrubber

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

scrub upphrasal_verb

To wash one's hands and arms very thoroughly before a medical operation.

scrub downphrasal_verb

To clean something thoroughly by scrubbing it.

scrub outphrasal_verb

To remove something by scrubbing.

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Scrubbing definition: The vigorous act of rubbing a surface, often with a brush and cleaning agent, to remove dirt or grime.
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'Scrubbing' translates to 'scrubbing' in English. Scrubbing definition: The vigorous act of rubbing a surface, often with a brush and cleaning agent, to remove dirt or grime.
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