Rubber

/ˈrʌbər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A tough elastic polymeric substance made from the latex of a tropical plant or synthetically.

The car tires are made of rubber to provide better grip on the road.

An eraser, typically used for removing pencil marks.

I need a rubber to correct my mistakes in this drawing.

A condom.

It's important to use a rubber to practice safe sex.

verb

To erase or remove something with an eraser.

She rubbed the pencil mark out with her rubber.

The word 'rubber' comes from the use of the substance to rub off pencil marks.

rubber stamp

An authorization or validation that is automatic and often lacks personal review.

rubbernecking

Slowly turning one's head to stare at something.

hit below the rubber

To strike at someone or something unfairly or unexpectedly.

latex

A milky fluid from certain plants which can be processed into rubber.

elastic

Able to stretch and return to its original shape.

gummy

Having the consistency of gum; soft and sticky.

Condom.

Make sure to have some rubbers on hand before the date.

A rubber band.

I need a few rubbers to hold these papers together.