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Definition of "rub out" [rub out]

  • To delete or erase or remove (something) by rubbing. (verb)
  • To get by; to live. (verb)
  • To kill. (verb)

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Use "rub out" in a sentence
  • "He straightened and turned, brushing his hands together to rub out the dents left by the weight, and showed them the dark, level brows and burning eyes of Brother Urien."
  • "I could rub out clothes at the wash-tub afore I was at her age."