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Scrub off Meaning in English

expression

ˈskɹəb/ /ˈɔf
SKUHRUB-awf
skɹˈʌb/ /ˈɒf
skruhb-OF

Definición

To remove something, such as dirt or a mark, by rubbing it strongly with a brush, cloth, or your hand.

Uso & Matices

Usually used for physical removal of stubborn stains, dirt, or substances. Commonly followed by what is being removed ('scrub off the paint'). Informal, practical verb phrase. Often paired with cleaning tools (brush, sponge).

Oraciones de Ejemplo

She had to scrub off the mud from her shoes.

basic

Please scrub off the paint from the table.

basic

It took him an hour to scrub off the sticker.

basic

No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't scrub off that stain.

natural

He used a sponge to scrub off the greasy spots from the kitchen wall.

natural

After hours of cleaning, I finally managed to scrub off all the marker lines.

natural