Rubbing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹʌbɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Rubbing is a noun meaning present participle and gerund of rub.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of rub.
More Meanings
- An impression of an embossed or incised surface made by placing a piece of paper over it and rubbing with graphite, crayon or other coloring agent.
Example Sentences
He was delighted to come across a little-worn crest of the old Great Eastern Railway, never dreaming that such a relic would still be in use, and was taking a pencil-rubbing to add to his collection.
Word Forms
- rubbings
Synonyms for rubbing
Depending on context, synonyms include friction, detrition.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include friction, detrition, scrubbing, driving, frictional, massage.
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