rubbing alcohol
noun
: a cooling and soothing liquid for external application that contains approximately 70 percent denatured ethanol or isopropanol
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Think: rubbing alcohol, hand sanitizer, white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, dish soap, baking soda, and nail polish remover.
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Christina Pérez, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
Spot treating with a cotton swap dipped in rubbing alcohol is an easy way to remove pests from African violets.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
Wipe away any pests with a damp paper towel or cloth or a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol.
—Staff Author Published, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2024
Metal can handle rubbing alcohol to remove stains and extra fine steel wool to scrub away rust.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
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Christina Pérez, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
Spot treating with a cotton swap dipped in rubbing alcohol is an easy way to remove pests from African violets.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
Wipe away any pests with a damp paper towel or cloth or a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol.
—Staff Author Published, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2024
Metal can handle rubbing alcohol to remove stains and extra fine steel wool to scrub away rust.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
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rubbing alcohol
noun
rub·bing alcohol
ˈrəb-iŋ-ˌ 
: a cooling and soothing liquid for external application that contains approximately 70 percent denatured ethanol or isopropyl alcohol
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