 rub |
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| 1. | [ verb ] move over something with pressure | |
| Examples: | "rub my back" "rub oil into her skin" |
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| Related terms: | guide wipe brush scrub scrape sponge_down puree scour smear rosin grate worry gauge massage erase abrade abrade touch | |
| 2. | [ verb ] cause friction | |
| Synonyms: | scratch fret chafe fray | |
| Examples: | "my sweater scratches" |
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| Related terms: | touch abrasion | |
| 3. | [ noun ] an unforeseen obstacle | |
| Synonyms: | hitch snag hang-up | |
| Related terms: | obstacle | |
| 4. | [ verb ] scrape or rub as if to relieve itching | |
| Synonyms: | itch scratch | |
| Examples: | "Don't scratch your insect bites!" |
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| Related terms: | irritate itch scratcher | |
| 5. | [ noun ] the act of rubbing or wiping | |
| Synonyms: | wipe | |
| Examples: | "he gave the hood a quick rub" |
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| Related terms: | contact scuff rubdown wipe | |
| Similar spelling: |
Rueb ruby Rubi rube Rubye Rubio Rubie Rubia ruf Rupp Rupe Ruff Ruppe rupee Ruoff Ruffo |
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