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Rub
Physical Action![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Used for actions where there is direct physical contact, often involving friction. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/Ae82lSmMfxTdYNLeKPOXEu3lyQ.webp)
Convey Warmth![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Indicates actions to generate warmth by moving hands on one's body or another's. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/iZvM56oe6YG8MKiPPMtih6sb86o.webp)
Figurative Use![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Sometimes 'rub' is used metaphorically to describe a situation causing irritation. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/peFcG7f978vsx4iwTd3UYT0.webp)