(ˈrʌbɪ) n, pl-bies1. (Brewing) rubbing alcohol, esp when mixed with cheap wine for drinking2. a person who drinks such mixtures, esp a derelict alcoholic
rub•by
(ˈrʌb i)
n., pl. -bies.Canadian Slang. a derelict or alcoholic, esp. one who drinks rubbing alcohol flavored with cheap wine. [1950–55; rubb(ing alcohol) + -y2]