English dictionary
rub
nounPronunciation
ɹʌb
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the act of rubbing or wiping
noun
- an unforeseen obstacle
verb
- move over something with pressure
verb
- cause friction
verb
- scrape or rub as if to relieve itching
Example sentences
he gave the hood a quick rub
rub my hands
rub oil into her skin
my sweater scratches
Don't scratch your insect bites!