rubbing alcohol

noun

Definition of rubbing alcohol

: a cooling and soothing liquid for external application that contains approximately 70 percent denatured ethanol or isopropanol

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If any stains remain, sponge the surface with a cloth moistened in 1 cup rubbing alcohol and 1 cup warm water — but do a spot test on a hidden area first to make sure the fabric won't get damaged. — Lauren Smith, Good Housekeeping, "How to Get Rid of Mold and Mildew in the Mustiest Corners of Your House," 6 Feb. 2019 If the wax is down into the fibers, put rubbing alcohol on a clean, white cloth, and blot and press until the wax is removed. — Heloise, Washington Post, "Hints From Heloise: Educational partnership," 19 Aug. 2019 Another trick some gardeners use is to daub the mealy bug clusters with rubbing alcohol. — Tom Maccubbin, orlandosentinel.com, "Zinnias can be added to summer gardens in Florida," 27 July 2019 Then clean the area with rubbing alcohol or soap and water. — Marisa Lascala, Good Housekeeping, "The Best Ways to Avoid Ticks, According to Doctors," 12 July 2019 Clean the area thoroughly with rubbing alcohol or soap and water. — Taylor Mead, House Beautiful, "Ticks Are Posing Higher Risks for More People and Pets, According to Experts," 10 Apr. 2019 Instead, drop the tick into rubbing alcohol before disposing. — James Lynch, Popular Mechanics, "How to Remove a Tick," 13 June 2019 Timiyah had poured rubbing alcohol on her arms, Owens said, and one of the others had lit the fire. — Allyson Chiu, The Seattle Times, "Internet ‘fire challenge’ leaves 12-year-old Detroit girl severely burned," 21 Aug. 2018 Skip the use of any harsh, drying agents like rubbing alcohol. — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, "Excuse Me, What Even Is Belly Button Lint?," 1 Mar. 2019

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