rubbing

[ruhb-ing]

noun

1. an act or action of a person or thing that rubs.

2. an impression of an incised or sculptured surface made by laying paper over it and rubbing with heelball, graphite, or a similar substance until the image appears.

rubbing

/ ˈrʌbɪŋ /

noun

1. an impression taken of an incised or raised surface, such as a brass plate on a tomb, by laying paper over it and rubbing with wax, graphite, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of rubbing¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; rub, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The decline in standards and basic levels of performance since last season has had seasoned Anfield observers rubbing their eyes in disbelief at what they are witnessing.

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Although he is nine years my elder, his infectious, childlike enthusiasm about making dreams come true was rubbing off on me.

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Ama begins pacing through the room, rubbing her chin as she thinks.

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“Millions! Enough to keep us here past suppertime,” Beowulf said, rubbing his tummy forlornly.

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“Mice are good, though,” Cassiopeia conceded, rubbing her tummy.

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