scrubber

English

Etymology

scrub +‎ -er

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈskɹʌbɚ/

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• 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. (British, slang) A prostitute, or a slovenly woman.