Definition of Rubbing

1. Noun. The resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another.

Exact synonyms: Friction
Specialized synonyms: Abrasion, Attrition, Detrition, Grinding, Adhesive Friction, Grip, Traction
Generic synonyms: Resistance
Derivative terms: Frictional, Rub

2. Noun. Representation consisting of a copy (as of an engraving) made by laying paper over something and rubbing it with charcoal.
Generic synonyms: Representation

3. Noun. Effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure.
Exact synonyms: Detrition, Friction
Specialized synonyms: Attrition
Generic synonyms: Effort, Elbow Grease, Exertion, Sweat, Travail
Derivative terms: Frictional, Rub

Definition of Rubbing

1. an image produced by rubbing [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Rubbing

rubber cement
rubber dam
rubber dams
rubber dam clamp
rubber dam clamp forceps
rubber eraser
rubber pelvis
rubber plant
rubber policeman
rubber shod clamp
rubber stamp
rubber tire
rubber tissue
rubbet
rubbies
rubbing (current term)
rubbings
rubbing alcohol
rubbing alcohol
rubbish
rubbished
rubbishes
rubbishy
rubbish dump
rubbish heap
rubbit
rubble
rubble
rubbled
rubbles

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