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scrubbing

/ˈskrʌbɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does scrubbing mean?

verb

The act of removing dirt or impurities from a surface, or the state of being cleaned in this way. To remove or rub away something, especially dirt or impurities.

Example

"She spent hours scrubbing the burnt pot to get it clean."

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