Move something over a surface with pressure and friction

• Move while maintaining contact, often back and forth

Spread a substance thinly by rubbing

• Apply and work in a cream, oil, or powder

Polish or brighten by rubbing

• Clean or smooth by friction

Irritate or offend, especially slightly

• Annoy by grating on feelings

The act or instance of rubbing

• A back-and-forth frictional motion

A difficulty or obstacle that prevents easy progress

• The catch

A dry mixture of spices rubbed onto meat before cooking

• Seasoning blend for barbecue

A topical preparation applied by rubbing to soothe or warm

• Liniment or muscle rub