rubbering

rub·ber

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Definitions of rubbering word

noun rubbering Also called India rubber, natural rubber, gum, gum elastic, caoutchouc. a highly elastic solid substance, light cream or dark amber in color, polymerized by the drying and coagulation of the latex or milky juice of rubber trees and plants, especially Hevea and Ficus species. 1
noun rubbering a material made by chemically treating and toughening this substance, valued for its elasticity, nonconduction of electricity, shock absorption, and resistance to moisture, used in the manufacture of erasers, electrical insulation, elastic bands, crepe soles, toys, water hoses, tires, and many other products. 1
noun rubbering any of various similar substances and materials made synthetically. Compare synthetic rubber. 1
noun rubbering rubber band. 1
noun rubbering an eraser of this material, for erasing pencil marks, ink marks, etc. 1
noun rubbering Informal. a rubber tire or a set of rubber tires. 1

before 1530

One of the 29% oldest English words

First recorded in 1530-40; rub + -er1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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