leafrubbing

noun
UK /ˈliːfˌrʌbɪŋ/
US /ˈliːfˌrʌbɪŋ/

Leaf rubbing is a fun craft where you put paper on a leaf and rub it with a crayon to see the leaf's shape.

We made leaf rubbings in art class today.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The picture or pattern made by rubbing over a leaf.

She hung her leaf rubbing on the fridge.

3. The act of making such a picture.

Leaf rubbing is a quiet activity for a rainy day.

4. A method used to show the veins and shape of a leaf.

The teacher used leaf rubbing to teach about plant parts.