Meanings
How to pronounce "rub off":
AU
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see rub, off.
To clean by rubbing.
To be transferred with little or no effort.
Example: "I hoped that, if I hung out with the popular kids, some of their charisma might rub off on me."
Example Sentences
1
He spent so much time with his older brother that his good behavior started to rub off on him.
2
Living with her messy roommate caused some of her untidiness to rub off on her.
3
After working as a chef for many years, his love for cooking began to rub off on his children.
4
The positive attitude of her co-workers started to rub off on her and improve her mood.
5
Being surrounded by successful entrepreneurs made his desire to start a business rub off on him.
