rubbing

(noun) the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another. Synonyms: friction.

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

(noun) effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure. Synonyms: friction, detrition.

(verb) move over something with pressure. Synonyms: rub. Examples: "Rub my hands." "Rub oil into her skin."

(verb) cause friction. Synonyms: rub, fray, fret, chafe, scratch. Example: "My sweater scratches."

(verb) scrape or rub as if to relieve itching. Synonyms: rub, scratch, itch. Example: "Don't scratch your insect bites!."