rub·down

(rŭb′doun′)

An energetic massage of the body.

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rubdown

(ˈrʌbˌdaʊn)

1. the act of rubbing down

2. another name for dressing-down

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rub•down

(ˈrʌbˌdaʊn)

n.

a massage.

[1665–75]

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

rubdown - the act of rubbing down, usually for relaxation or medicinal purposes

massage - kneading and rubbing parts of the body to increase circulation and promote relaxation

Translations

frizione lavata di capo massaggio

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