also: ゆふ
oil-soaked cloth; oily rag
Refers to a piece of cloth that has been soaked in oil, often used for cleaning or maintenance.
I use an oily rag for machine maintenance.
oilskin; oilcloth
A waterproof fabric treated with oil, used for rainwear, tablecloths, etc.
Old rain gear was made of oilcloth.
Standard kanji spelling for both senses.
Rare reading; the more common reading is あぶらぬの.
Compound of 油 (oil) and 布 (cloth). The reading ゆふ is a rare historical reading.