Word Finder - scrubbing

definition

To rub hard; to wash with rubbing; usually, to rub with a wet brush, or with something coarse or rough, for the purpose of cleaning or brightening

example

to scrub a floor

definition

To rub anything hard, especially with a wet brush; to scour

definition

To be diligent and penurious

example

to scrub hard for a living

definition

To call off a scheduled event; to cancel.

example

Engineers had to scrub the satellite launch due to bad weather.

definition

To eliminate or to correct data from a set of records to bring it inline with other similar datasets

example

The street segment data from the National Post Office will need to be scrubbed before it can be integrated into our system.

definition

(audio) To move a recording tape back and forth with a scrubbing motion to produce a scratching sound, or to do so by a similar use of a control on an editing system.

definition

(audio, video) To maneuver the play position on a media editing system by using a scroll bar or touch-based interface.

synonyms

• seek

definition

An act of cleaning in which something is scrubbed.

definition

The removal of impurities from gas.

Cynthia halted her make-work scrubbing, surprised by the question.

Use a soft scrubbing brush to remove stains.

Scrubbing a dry window may leave tiny scratches.

Too much scrubbing or too harsh of a detergent could damage the fabric.

However, thanks to the scrubbing brush and a soapy bath, Harry returns to his normal color and is welcomed back home.

Even indoor dogs need a good scrubbing every now and then.

Successful mildew removal is more than just scrubbing away the stains caused by this unsightly blight.

Kleen Strip Green for mildew is an excellent product for this job and it doesn't require scrubbing.

Clean the floor, and abrade it slightly with a scrubbing compound if you intend to use adhesive to glue the new floor in place.

Rinse thoroughly with water after you are finished scrubbing the area.

Wash it by hand in cold water and avoid scrubbing or wringing.

Some products are available and made especially for sanitizing fruits and vegetables, but water and scrubbing are generally seen as sufficient for cleaning these foods.

Picking at pimples or scrubbing the skin too hard can result in worsened acne.

Fill the cooking area with a mixture of warm water and mild dishwashing soap and allow it to soak for a while before scrubbing away the residue.

Once the scrubbing is complete, rinse the grinder thoroughly with clean water and allow it to air dry.

Instead of chipping or scrubbing, the leftover wax can be washed away with hot, soapy water, or safely cleaned in the dishwasher.

If this happens to your ring, try soaking it in a jewelry cleaning solution and avoid scrubbing with a tough brush.

Avoid scrubbing to help ensure you don't damage the tissue during this delicate period.

Wash around the body paint if possible, or use gentle skin cleansers with scrubbing and rinse carefully.

Expressing humility by tending to trash, scrubbing toilets and lessening the toil of your teachers is pretty standard and healthful in my opinion.

By the time you reach the floors, you will have added dust and debris from other area cleaning, so always work by sweeping or vacuuming before mopping, scrubbing or shampooing.

Rinse the skillet out and add more cleanser and begin scrubbing with the potato again.

If you are so upset about a dye stain that you're about to dump scrubbing bubbles on your forehead than please consider going to the salon to see a professional colorist.

You can cement up with a scrubbing brush on the external side, then clean off with a rag.

The dirty gas stream is passed through the packing material where it contacts with the scrubbing liquor.

This scrubbing we endured until we looked like boiled lobsters, and the blood was drawn in many places.

Scrub the whole outer surface with a soft scrubbing brush to remove all mucus or blood from the external surface.

You will find that most old floors require repeated scrubbing to release all the build up of years of grime.

A special chafer around the bead prevents the sidewall scrubbing out on the rim under extreme loads.

He promptly put me work scrubbing his floors and dirty underpants.

All you have to do is apply a small handful of foam to her coat, and work it in without scrubbing it or you'll mat her fur.

Scrubbing will work the urine deeper into the carpet or upholstery fibers.

If a shower doesn't last long enough to really clean everything out of the air and off your cushions, give them a light scrubbing with a mild soap and water, or follow the manufacturer's instructions for periodic cleaning.

Clean them every now and then by lightly scrubbing them with soap and water.

It helps in scrubbing although baking soda should not be used on marble, granite, Corian or tile.

It withstands washing and scrubbing better than any other finish.

Use repeated gentle strokes rather than scrubbing your makeup away, or you may damage your skin and lashes.

Your lips should be soft and supple to start with, so be sure to eliminate dryness prior to getting started by scrubbing gently with a toothbrush to gently exfoliate dead skin.

The Gently Off remover leaves eyes clean without the soreness that comes from rubbing and scrubbing.

When you go to clean a DVD, you can't just grab it and start scrubbing like you would the kitchen floor.

Just the steam itself will clean up stains and spills with very little scrubbing, and the heat is high enough that it will sanitize the floor too.

The white board makes it simple to change around the names regularly, so you aren't always stuck scrubbing the toilet!

Deep cleaning isn't just about scrubbing and dusting.

Wait for the grill to cool down somewhat when you have finished cooking, but take care of scrubbing the grate with a wire brush while it is still a little warm.

If your grill is made from a different type of metal, scrubbing with a wire brush or steel wool can be very effective.

Cleaning them thoroughly with water, gentle soap and a good scrubbing is a great way to get your furniture back into fresh shape for the spring.

The more solution you spray onto the cushions the less scrubbing you will have to do.

Focus your scrubbing or spraying on severely soiled areas, finishing up on the cleaner parts of the deck.

Let the pot sit for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing and scrubbing it thoroughly or running it through the dishwasher.

Fortunately, cast iron is quite sturdy and can take hearty scrubbing.