Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scrubbing
verb
/ˈskrʌb.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of cleaning something by rubbing it hard with a brush or cloth.
Examples
- She spent the afternoon scrubbing the kitchen floors until they shone.
- The workers were scrubbing the walls of the old building to prepare for painting.
- After the party, he had to spend hours scrubbing the dishes.
Meaning
Scrubbing refers to the process of removing dirt, stains, or unwanted substances from a surface using a vigorous rubbing motion.
Synonyms
- cleaning
- brushing
- washing
- scouring
- buffing
