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Rub Definition & Meaning

1. To apply pressure and friction to a surface using your hands or an object.

Example: I rubbed my sore muscles with a heating pad.

2. To move something back and forth against a surface.

Example: The cat rubbed against my leg for affection.

3. To clean or polish a surface by rubbing it.

Example: I rubbed the silverware until it shone.

4. To cause irritation or discomfort by rubbing against something.

Example: My new shoes are rubbing against my heel and causing blisters.

5. To erase or remove something by rubbing it.

Example: I rubbed the mistake off the paper with an eraser.

Examples of the word rub used in sentences.

  • He rubbed his hands together to warm them up.
  • She rubbed some lotion on her dry skin to moisturize it.
  • I rub my eyes when I wake up in the morning.
  • The dog likes to rub his head against my leg to show affection.
  • Can you rub my back? It's sore from sitting in a chair all day.
  • I love to rub my dog’s belly because it makes him happy.
  • Can you rub this stain on my shirt with some soap and water?
  • My skin gets irritated when I rub it too hard.
  • You can rub a bar of soap on the hinges of a door to make it squeak less.
  • I always rub my hands together when I’m feeling cold.
  • The athlete rubbed his legs with warm oil to loosen up his muscles.
  • Could you rub my back? It's been sore all day.
  • She could feel the rough texture of the old tree bark as she rubbed her fingers against it.
  • He rubbed his hands together to warm them up in the cold weather.
  • To clean the stain, use a cloth and rub it gently on the surface.
  • She used a cloth to rub the stain off her favorite dress.
  • The football coach instructed the players to rub some dirt on their wounds and get back in the game.
  • The massage therapist advised her to rub the sore muscles gently instead of vigorously.
  • After a long day at work, he rubbed his aching feet to alleviate the pain.
  • He nervously rubbed his palms together as he waited for the interview to begin.
  • As an aspiring massage therapist, I had to learn the right technique to rub different parts of the body.
  • She used to rub people the wrong way with her direct approach, but now everyone respects her honesty.
  • The spices rubbed into the meat gave it a unique flavor that everyone at the party loved.
  • The athletes were advised to rub their sore muscles regularly to prevent injuries.
  • The pet owner gently rubbed the cat's belly, and it purred contentedly in response.
  • With a gentle rub and some ointment, the pain in my lower back disappeared within minutes.
  • The soothing scent of lavender filled the room as she rubbed the oil onto her temples for a calming effect.
  • She rubbed her hands together, trying to warm them up on the chilly evening.
  • The wise old man slowly started to rub his chin, contemplating the best course of action.
  • The dirty marks on the car required a special wash and rub to get them off completely.
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