Synonyms

scrubs

British

/ skrʌbs /

plural noun

the hygienic clothing worn by surgeons and other operating theatre staff during an operation

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Example Sentences

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Women in green scrubs and hairnets were lined up to greet her as her stretcher rolled out of the elevator.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

She scrubs through video and photos and interviews a case worker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Before running them through the dishwasher, he soaks and scrubs off the most stubborn jams and sauces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Various male doctors or nurses in green scrubs are seen in the video on Kildow's Instagram handle.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

I found a bag of blue scrubs and a pair of black sneakers.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda

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