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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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

Essential for getting scrubs clean and bedding washed, the laundry is still in a terrible state, its roof now just exposed beams.

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2025

Skip the massages and instead focus on the facilities: complimentary self-service masks and scrubs make it easy to relax and indulge in the spa experience.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2025

She wipes a smudge of dirt from Marion’s nose and scrubs lipstick from my teeth with her finger.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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