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1. rub - noun

· an unforeseen obstacle

Synonym(s): hang-up, hitch, snag

Hypernym(s): obstacle, obstruction




2. rub - noun

· the act of rubbing or wiping; "he gave the hood a quick rub"

Synonym(s): wipe

Hypernym(s): contact, physical_contact




3. rub - verb

· move over something with pressure; "rub my hands"; "rub oil into her skin"

Hypernym(s): guide, run, draw, pass




4. rub - verb

· cause friction; "my sweater scratches"

Synonym(s): fray, fret, chafe, scratch

Hypernym(s): touch, adjoin, meet, contact




5. rub - verb

· scrape or rub as if to relieve itching; "Don't scratch your insect bites!"

Synonym(s): scratch, itch

Hypernym(s): irritate





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