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Street Slang
rub down
RUB-down · noun · slang
A pat-down body search.
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A physical pat-down search of a prisoner, typically before or after visits or movements.
“You get a rub down every time you come off a visit.”
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rub down In A Sentence
You get a rub down every time you come off a visit.
Origin & Usage
From 'rubbing down' the body during a search.
People Also Ask
What is a rub down in prison?
A pat-down body search where an officer runs their hands over a prisoner's clothing to check for contraband, usually before or after visits and movements.
When do prisoners get a rub down?
Typically before or after a visit, and when moving between areas of the prison.
Is a rub down a strip search?
No, it is a lighter search over the clothing. A strip search involves removing clothes and is a separate, more thorough procedure.
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