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Definition of masage

"masage" is probably misspelled. Trying massage instead Definition of massage

1. massage [ v ] give a massage to
Examples: "She massaged his sore back"

Used in print:

(The Times-Picayune, [New Orleans]...)

The bristles are soft enough to massage the gums and not scratch the enamel .

Synonyms massage Related Terms treat

2. massage [ v ] manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes
Examples: "She rubbed down her child with a sponge"

Used in print:

(Harry Olesker, Impact....)

Conrad hung_up and sat on the small telephone-booth bench , massaging his right leg .

Synonyms massage knead rub_down Related Terms manipulate massager rub

3. massage [ n ] kneading and rubbing parts of the body to increase circulation and promote relaxation

Used in print:

(Walter H. Buchsbaum, "Advances in Medical Electronics"...)

Recently many doctors have installed ultrasonic vibration machines for deep massage of bruises , contusions , and simple bursitis .

Synonyms massage Related Terms treatment modality cardiac_massage Swedish_massage petrissage tapotement effleurage rubdown

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