rubbing (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /rʌb/
Definition
To move your hands or an object over a surface with firm, even pressure.
Examples
She began to rub the dirt off the window.
He rubbed his eyes, trying to stay awake.
How to Use rubbing
- rub off (phrasal verb)
- To transfer color or dirt from one surface to another. — "The ink rubbed off onto my sleeve."
- rub out (phrasal verb)
- To remove something written or drawn, especially with an eraser. — "He had to rub out the mistake and write it again."
- rub in (phrasal verb)
- To make someone repeatedly aware of something unpleasant or a success that might cause jealousy. — "Don't keep rubbing your promotion in; some of us are still looking for jobs."
- rub down (phrasal verb)
- To clean or dry something by rubbing it. — "She rubbed down the horse after its ride."
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