Meaning & Definition of Rub in English
English⟶
Rub
/rəb/
noun
1. An unforeseen obstacle
synonym:
- hang-up,
- hitch,
- rub,
- snag
2. The act of rubbing or wiping
- "He gave the hood a quick rub"
synonym:
- rub,
- wipe
verb
1. Move over something with pressure
- "Rub my hands"
- "Rub oil into her skin"
synonym:
- rub
2. Cause friction
- "My sweater scratches"
synonym:
- rub,
- fray,
- fret,
- chafe,
- scratch
3. Scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
- "Don't scratch your insect bites!"
synonym:
- rub,
- scratch,
- itch
Examples of using
I know I made a mistake, but you needn't to rub it in!
To rub salt in someone's wounds.