rubber
word
Definition
Rubber is a strong, flexible material used to make things like tires, gloves, and bands. In some varieties of English, especially British English, it can also mean an eraser.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly refers to the material in general. In British English, 'rubber' commonly means 'eraser'; in American English, that meaning is uncommon, and the word can also be slang for a condom, so context matters. Common collocations include 'rubber band', 'rubber gloves', and 'rubber sole'.
Example Sentences
This phone case feels like rubber, but it's actually recycled plastic.
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The doctor put on rubber gloves.
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These boots have thick rubber soles.
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I need a rubber to fix my mistake.
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Can you pass me the rubber? I wrote the wrong date.
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The handle has a rubber grip, so it won't slip out of your hand.
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