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VocabJLPT N2

rubber

Noun

Definitions

1. gum
2. rubber
3. eraser
4. condom

This is a loanword referring to the material we call rubber in English, used to describe both the substance itself and objects made from it. It appears in everyday contexts such as rubber bands, erasers, or rubber gloves. You will see it used both on its own and as part of compound words describing rubber-based items.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hey, do you have a spare hair tie?

Sentence 2

Wait, making a ring out of a rubber band is actually kind of cute!

Sentence 3

Please stamp the application form with the rubber stamp and submit the original.

Sentence 4

There are some rubber bands left in the desk drawer — do you want them?

Sentence 5

Take off the rubber band first, then open the box.