rub one off
C1 slang separable transitive
In simple words
A very rude, informal way of talking about masturbation.
Literal meaning: To rub something off — the idiomatic leap to the vulgar meaning is significant.
Meanings
1 C1
idiomatic
slang
Vulgar slang: to masturbate.
Grammar: separable
Usage notes
Vulgar slang. Inappropriate in formal or professional contexts. Encountered in informal conversation, comedy, and some media. Learners should be aware of this meaning to avoid misunderstanding but should exercise caution in its use.
Forms
Base
rub one off
I/you/we/they
3rd person
rubs one off
he/she/it
Past simple
rubed one off
yesterday
Past participle
rubed one off
have + pp
-ing form
rubing one off
continuous
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