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scrub

/skrʌb/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does scrub mean?

noun, verb

A scrub is a type of low-growing shrub or a rough, unrefined person. To scrub means to rub or clean something roughly.

Example

"The scrub oak trees were scattered throughout the forest."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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