definition of
rub

[1] #1 rub v. move over something with pressure; "rub my hands"; "rub oil into her skin". wn

[2] #2 rub v. [fray, fret, chafe, scratch] cause friction; "my sweater scratches". wn

[3] #3 rub n. [hang-up, hitch, snag] an unforeseen obstacle. wn

[4] #4 rub n. [wipe] the act of rubbing or wiping; "he gave the hood a quick rub". wn

[5] #5 rub v. [scratch, itch] scrape or rub as if to relieve itching; "Don't scratch your insect bites!". wn