HANDRUB Definition & Meaning

handrub

[ hand-ruhb ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

verb (used with object)

handrubbed, handrubbing.

to rub by hand, especially so as to polish:
Handrubbing the wood brings out the natural grain.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of handrub¹

hand + rub

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Example Sentences

More than 50 percent of acquired infections can be prevented if health care workers clean their hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based handrub before treating patients.

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