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rubbed

The correct spelling is rubbed.

How to pronounce rubbed

/ˈɹʌbd/
verb

IPA: /ˈɹʌbd/

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The correct spelling is rubbed. To move (one object) while maintaining contact with another object over some area, with pressure and friction. For example: "I rubbed my hands together for warmth."

Usage Examples

I rubbed my hands together for warmth.

I rubbed the glass with the cloth.

My shoes are beginning to rub.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To move (one object) while maintaining contact with another object over some area, with pressure and friction.
  2. 2.To rub something against (a second thing).
  3. 3.To be rubbed against something.
  4. 4.To spread a substance thinly over; to smear.
  5. 5.To move or pass with difficulty.

adjective

  1. 1.Having had a substance applied through rubbing.

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