scrubber

noun

scrub·​ber ˈskrə-bər How to pronounce scrubber (audio)
: one that scrubs
especially : an apparatus for removing impurities especially from gases

Examples of scrubber in a Sentence

She got a job as a pot scrubber. The scrubbers will reduce the power plant's sulfur emissions.
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The list includes these adorable $13 bath toys that double as exfoliating scrubbers, a large plush doll that looks ready for snuggling, a bookish take on the classic Scrabble board game, and matching pajamas for the entire family. Ashleigh Morley, Parents, 1 Nov. 2024 Thoughtful touches abound with an extensive selection of bathroom amenities that run the gamut from body scrubs and bug-repellent lotion to hair-drying wraps and wood-and-sponge back scrubbers. Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2024 The electric spin scrubber has three speeds to scrub away dirt, grime, stains, and spills on hard surfaces throughout the home. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 12 July 2024 Made with an absorbent foam side and a scrubber side, these are so versatile that they can be used without worrying about scratches. Katiee McKinstry, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for scrubber 

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of scrubber was in 1837

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“Scrubber.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scrubber. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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