rubbing

noun

rub·​bing ˈrə-biŋ How to pronounce rubbing (audio)
: an image of a raised, incised, or textured surface obtained by placing paper over it and rubbing the paper with a colored substance

Examples of rubbing in a Sentence

He made a rubbing of the old tombstone.
Recent Examples on the Web
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Testers wore them on hilly city walks and park trails, sometimes even without socks, and never experienced any rubbing or blisters. Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2024 Allergies: Allergic reactions, especially those that involve constant rubbing of the skin around the eyes or nose, can inflame the skin. Twiggy Jalloh, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2024 Children ages 3-10 will enjoy unraveling the mysteries of dinosaur habitats with hands-on activities like fossil digging and rubbings and exploring a volcano with realistic lava. Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 19 Sep. 2024 Reviewers love that Bioderma’s micellar water is free of alcohol and fragrances, and clears away stubborn mascara, matte lipstick, and foundation—with no rubbing required. April Benshosan, Glamour, 7 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for rubbing 

Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rubbing was in 1845

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Cite this Entry

“Rubbing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rubbing. Accessed 6 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

rubbing

noun
rub·​bing
ˈrəb-iŋ
: an image of a raised or indented surface made by placing paper over it and rubbing the paper with something colored
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