Definition

A woman who is employed to clean and maintain a place, often doing heavy cleaning tasks.

Example

The scrubwoman worked diligently to keep the school clean and tidy.

Conversation

Have you met the new scrubwoman at the office?

No, I haven't. Is she doing a good job?

Yeah, she really keeps the place clean and tidy.

That's great to hear! It's always nice to have someone reliable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scrubwoman → It is formed from "scrub" (from Middle English *scrubben*, meaning to clean or rub) and "woman" (from Old English *wīfman*, meaning female human). The word "scrubwoman" refers to a woman whose job is to clean or scrub surfaces.

Memory Tip

Think of a woman who is 'cleaning' ('scrub') — that's why a scrubwoman is someone who cleans.

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