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Definition of Rubbing alcohol
1. Noun. Lotion consisting of a poisonous solution of isopropyl alcohol or denatured ethanol alcohol for external use.
Medical Definition of Rubbing alcohol
1. An alcoholic mixture intended for external use; it usually contains 70% by volume of absolute alcohol or isopropyl alcohol; the remainder consists of water, denaturants (with and without coal tar colours), and perfume oils; used as a rubefacient for muscle and joint aches and pains. (05 Mar 2000)