Definitions
v. Move against a surface with pressure, often repeatedly.
擦；揉；摩擦
n. An act of pressing and moving against a surface.
擦；揉
Example
She rubbed her cold hands together beside the heater.
她在暖气旁搓着冰冷的双手。
Protective gloves prevent workers from rubbing their skin against rough surfaces when handling heavy materials.
搬运重物时，防护手套可以避免工人的皮肤与粗糙表面摩擦。
Collocations
- rub your eyes
- rub your hands together
- rub against
- give something a rub
Word family
- rubbing (n.)
Usage tip
过去式rubbed、现在分词rubbing均双写b。
FAQ
- What does rub mean?
- Move against a surface with pressure, often repeatedly. An act of pressing and moving against a surface.
- How is rub pronounced?
- UK /rʌb/, US /rʌb/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
