rub

Meanings

• an unforeseen obstacle
• the act of rubbing or wiping
  • "he gave the hood a quick rub"
• move over something with pressure
  • "rub my hands"
  • "rub oil into her skin"
• cause friction
• scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

Synonyms

chafe, fray, fret, hang-up, hitch, itch, scratch, snag, wipe