Intended for or understood by only a small group, especially one with specialized knowledge or interests: an esoteric philosophical doctrine. See Synonyms at mysterious. b. Relating to or being a small group with specialized knowledge or interests: an esoteric circle.
Rubbing alcohol is neither an acid nor a base. Acids have pH values less than 7 and bases have pH values that are greater than 7. Rubbing alcohol has a pH value of 7, so it is neutral. Rubbing alcohol is also called isopropyl alcohol.
Rating Newest Oldest. 1  Because it's alcohol that you rub and not drink. 2  You rub it on cuts or wounds aka rubbing alcohol. 3  cause its alcohol to rub with and not drink.  because alcohol is for rubbing, desinfects the 1  skin. because alcohol is for rubbing, desinfects the skin : ) Anonymous Â· 2 years  ago.