knead
1. [ verb ] make uniform
Synonyms: work
Examples:

"knead dough" "work the clay until it is soft"

Related terms: manipulate proof masticate cultivate work
2. [ verb ] manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes
Synonyms: massage rub_down
Examples:

"She rubbed down her child with a sponge"

Related terms: manipulate massager rub