Pronunciation: /rʌb daʊn/
noun a massage or treatment in which the body is rubbed with a smooth object
A1 I gave my dog a rub down after he got wet in the rain.
A2 After a long day of hiking, I enjoyed a relaxing rub down at the spa.
B1 Athletes often receive a rub down from a professional masseuse to help with muscle recovery.
B2 The trainer gave the boxer a rub down to help him relax before the big fight.
C1 The spa offers a variety of rub down treatments, including hot stone massages and aromatherapy sessions.
C2 After the marathon, the runner received a thorough rub down to prevent muscle soreness and improve recovery time.
verb to massage or treat by rubbing with a smooth object
A1 After a long day of work, I like to rub down my feet to relax.
A2 She asked her friend to help rub down the sore muscles in her back.
B1 The athlete's coach recommended he rub down his legs after intense training sessions.
B2 Before the race, the runner always makes sure to rub down his muscles to prevent cramps.
C1 The massage therapist used various techniques to rub down the client's tense muscles.
C2 As part of his recovery routine, the professional athlete receives a daily rub down from a specialized therapist.
formal After a long day of physical activity, it is recommended to receive a professional rub down to help relax the muscles.
informal I could really use a good rub down after that intense workout.
slang I'll give you a rub down if you're feeling sore from the game.
figurative The team's coach gave them a mental rub down to boost their confidence before the big game.
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