English dictionary

rubbing

/'r/@/b/I//N/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another

noun.phenomenon

Synonyms friction

Source: WordNet 3.0
representation consisting of a copy (as of an engraving) made by laying paper over something and rubbing it with charcoal

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure

noun.act

Synonyms detrition friction

Source: WordNet 3.0