rub (
http://definr.com/rub)
n 1: an unforeseen obstacle [syn:
hang-up,
hitch,
snag]
2: the act of rubbing or wiping; "he gave the hood a quick rub"
[syn:
wipe]
v 1: move over something with pressure; "rub my back"; "rub oil
into her skin"
2: cause friction; "my sweater scratches" [syn:
fray,
fret,
chafe,
scratch]
3: scrape or rub as if to relieve itching; "Don't scratch your
insect bites!" [syn:
scratch,
itch]