Synonyms for rub down

Synonyms for (verb) rub down

Synonyms: massage, knead, rub down

Definition: manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes

Usage: She rubbed down her child with a sponge

Similar words: manipulate

Definition: hold something in one's hands and move it


Synonyms: abrade, abrase, rub down, rub off, corrade

Definition: wear away

Similar words: wear away, wear off

Definition: diminish, as by friction

Usage: Erosion wore away the surface


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