rubbing - Similar and Opposite Words

What is another word for rubbing ?

Here are the synonyms for rubbing , a list of similar words for rubbing from our thesaurus that you can use

Noun

effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure

Synonyms

• detrition
• friction
• rubbing

More generic

• effort
• elbow grease
• exertion
• sweat
• travail

More specific

• attrition

Noun

representation consisting of a copy (as of an engraving) made by laying paper over something and rubbing it with charcoal

Synonyms

• rubbing

More generic

• representation

Noun

the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another

Synonyms

• friction
• rubbing

More generic

• resistance

More specific

• abrasion
• adhesive friction
• attrition
• detrition
• grinding
• grip
• traction

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