RUB

• (noun) the act of rubbing or wiping

  "he gave the hood a quick rub"

  synonyms : wipe

• (noun) an unforeseen obstacle

  synonyms : hang-up , hitch , snag

• (verb) move over something with pressure

  "rub my hands", "rub oil into her skin"

• (verb) cause friction

  "my sweater scratches"

  synonyms : chafe , fray , fret , scratch

• (verb) scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

  "Don't scratch your insect bites!"

  synonyms : itch , scratch

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