rub_down
1. [ verb ] wear away
Synonyms: corrade abrase rub_off abrade
Related terms: wear_away chafe rasp rubdown grinding abrasion abrasive abrader
2. [ verb ] manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes
Synonyms: massage knead
Examples:

"She rubbed down her child with a sponge"

Related terms: manipulate massager rub
Similar spelling:   rubdown