rub down
The phrase "rub down" can describe actions related to massage, cleaning, or reprimanding, depending on the context.
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Definition
B2Massage
(common, relaxation)To apply pressure to someone's body to relax muscles or improve circulation.
Example
- After the marathon, the athlete got a rub down to ease muscle tension.
B2Cleaning
(common, household)To clean or polish something by rubbing its surface vigorously.
Example
- She gave the car a good rub down to remove the dirt.
C1Reprimand
(informal, slang)To scold or criticize someone harshly.
Example
- The manager gave the employee a rub down for missing the deadline.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rub down":
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