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massage

Definition

  • noun: the action of rubbing or pressing someone's body in a way that helps muscles to relax or reduces pain in muscles and joints
  • noun: manipulation of tissues (as by rubbing, kneading, or tapping) with the hand or an instrument for therapeutic purposes
  • verb: to rub or press (someone's body) in a way that helps muscles to relax or reduces pain in muscles and joints
  • verb: to subject to massage
  • synonyms: shampoo, percussion, stroking

Examples

  • She 'massaged' her leg until the numbness was gone.

  • She gave him a neck 'massage'.

  • using 'massage' to help relax

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) acting more strange, when you find out. - This is very... - I know. I know. Well, I don't know what you're carrying on about, but this is not my idea of an amazing adventure. I am tired from the gym and a massage, so I'm gonna get this cab. - Taxi! - Inez, wait! - Let's just wait a little longer. (..)
    2011 Midnight in Paris