Scrub Meaning

There are 6 meaning(s) for word Scrub

Meaning 1 : dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes

    Synonyms : bush,  chaparral
Meaning 2 : wash thoroughly

    Example : surgeons must scrub prior to an operation

    Synonyms : scrub up
Meaning 3 : the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water

    Synonyms : scouring,  scrubbing
Meaning 4 : postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled

    Example : we had to scrub our vacation plans

    Synonyms : call off,  cancel,  scratch
Meaning 5 : clean with hard rubbing

    Example : She scrubbed his back

    Synonyms : scour
Meaning 6 : (of domestic animals) not selectively bred

How to Pronounce Scrub

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