rubbing

noun

An impression of an embossed or incised surface made by placing a piece of paper over it and rubbing with graphite, crayon or other coloring agent.

1. To move (one object) while maintaining contact with another object over some area, with pressure and friction.

   I rubbed my hands together for warmth.

2. To rub something against (a second thing).

   I rubbed the glass with the cloth.

3. To be rubbed against something.

   My shoes are beginning to rub.

4. To spread a substance thinly over; to smear.

   meat rubbed with spices before barbecuing

5. To move or pass with difficulty.

   to rub through woods, as huntsmen

6. To scour; to burnish; to polish; to brighten; to cleanse; often with up or over.

   to rub up silver

7. To hinder; to cross; to thwart.
8. (bowls) To touch the jack with the bowl.