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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
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
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]