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   scrub

   /skrʌb/

   verb

   • 1. rub (someone or something) hard so as to clean them, typically with a brush and water: "he had to scrub the floor" Similar scourrubbrushspongeswabcleancleansewashwipe
   • ▪ remove dirt by rubbing hard: "it took ages to scrub off the muck"
   • ▪ thoroughly clean one's hands and arms before performing surgery: "the doctor scrubbed up and donned a protective gown"
   • ▪ (of a person) have a smart and well-groomed appearance after making a deliberate effort: informal British "the band scrub up well to play weddings and parties"
   • 2. cancel or abandon (something): informal "the first two races had to be scrubbed because of blustery winds and rough seas" Similar abolishscrapthrow outabandondropdo away withgive updiscontinuetake awaystopput an end tocancelcall offeliminatecutjettisondiscardforget (about)abortinformal:axeditchdumpjunkOpposite keeprestore
   • 3. use water to remove impurities from (gas or vapour): "the vapour is scrubbed by the condensate"
   • 4. (of a driver) allow (a tyre) to slide or scrape across the road surface so as to reduce speed: "I usually only scrub the front tyre when I get into a turn too hot"
   • ▪ (of a driver) reduce (speed) by allowing the tyres to slide or scrape across the road surface: "he slammed the bike down on the cases to scrub off speed"
   • 5. (of a rider) rub the arms and legs urgently on a horse's neck and flanks to urge it to move faster: "by now the field was spreadeagled and scrubbing to keep in touch with the hounds"

   noun

   • 1. an act of scrubbing something or someone: "give the floor a good scrub"
   • 2. a semi-abrasive cosmetic lotion applied to the face or body in order to cleanse the skin: "don't use facial scrubs if your skin is sensitive"
   • 3. special hygienic clothing worn by surgeons during operations: informal "Bill emerged from the delivery room in green scrubs"

   Word Origin late 16th century: probably from Middle Low German, Middle Dutch schrobben, schrubben.

   Derivatives

   • 1. scrubbable adjective

   Scrabble Points: 9

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2. scrub-lab.com › blogs › newsWhy Your Team Need to Look Their Best - Scrub Lab

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   6 days ago · Yes, this can be done by providing general rules on the colour/fit style of scrubs, but the best way is to organise the scrubs for your team. At Scrub Lab, we always prioritise quality, and fit when designing our scrubs. This means that you can even enjoy a more fun and bright colour palette of scrubs, if that’s your style, without worrying ...

3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › scrubbingScrubbing - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   2 days ago · the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water.

4. www.bbc.co.uk › learningenglish › featuresBBC Learning English - The English We Speak / Scrub up well

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   2 days ago · When you ‘scrub up well’, it means you have made a lot of effort to look very smart or well presented. Neil, do you own any smart clothes? Of course I do – and so do the people in these examples…...

5. normalnurselife.com › best-athletic-scrubs9 Best Athletic Scrubs 2023 - Scrub Tops, Pants, and Sets

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   1 day ago · Home. Workwear for Nurses. 9 Best Athletic Scrubs 2023 – Tops, Pants, and Sets. By Ida Koivisto, BSN, RN, PHN. In the last decade, scrubs have been reimagined with more fashion-forward designs. Athletic fit scrubs are designed to keep healthcare professionals looking and feeling great all day. We’re an affiliate.

6. www.honestbrandreviews.com › reviews › best-scrub-brands11 Best Scrub Brands - Must Read This Before Buying - Honest...

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   Jun 17, 2024 · Written by Natasha Kirmse Edited by Cori Trandafir. Table of Contents. How To Choose The Best Scrub Brands For Nurses. Here’s to our frontline workers and scrubbed-in professionals that keep the world turning day after day.

7. westerly.wh.org.au › nursing-midwifery › workforceScrubs - Nursing & Midwifery

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   Jun 12, 2024 · Scrubs. Western Health has released our new scrubs – check out the video! The new scrubs aim to promote a professional public image and foster a sense of belonging and pride among our nurses and midwives. It can also make it easier for members of the public to identify staff.

8. www.uniformadvantage.comNursing Scrubs & Medical Uniforms | Uniform Advantage

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   Shop Scrubs & Stylish Medical Uniforms at Uniform Advantage. We've got all your favorite nursing scrubs and medical uniforms, from classic to trendy, at prices that won't make you cringe. Every season, we roll out fresh new uniform styles in tons of colors that’ll make you the envy of your colleagues.