RUBBER


Meaning of RUBBER in English

(~s)

1.

Rubber is a strong, waterproof, elastic substance made from the juice of a tropical tree or produced chemically. It is used for making tyres, boots, and other products.

...the smell of burning ~.

N-UNCOUNT

2.

Rubber things are made of ~.

...~ gloves.

ADJ: usu ADJ n

3.

A ~ is a small piece of ~ or other material that is used to remove mistakes that you have made while writing, drawing, or typing. (BRIT; in AM, use eraser )

N-COUNT

4.

A ~ is a condom. (AM INFORMAL)

N-COUNT

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