scrubber

English

Etymology

scrub +‎ -er

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈskɹʌbɚ/
  • Audio (AU)(file)
  • Rhymes: -ʌbə(r)

Noun

scrubber (plural scrubbers)

  1. A person or appliance that cleans floors etc by scrubbing.
  2. A device that removes impurities from gases.
  3. (historical) A machine for washing leather after the tanpit.
  4. (Australia) An animal that breaks away from the herd.
  5. (Britain, slang) A prostitute, or a slovenly woman.
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