massaging
word · lemma: massage
Definition
The act of rubbing and pressing someone's muscles and skin, usually with your hands, to reduce pain or to relax them.
Usage & Nuances
Common in health, wellness, and beauty contexts. Usually refers to physically working muscles by hand, but can be used metaphorically (e.g., 'massaging the data'). "Massaging" is the present participle; use 'give a massage' for the noun.
Spanish: masajearPortuguese (BR): massagear - fazer massagem emPortuguese (PT): massagear - fazer uma massagem aChinese (Simplified): 按摩Chinese (Traditional): 按摩Hindi: मालिश करनाArabic: تدليك
Example Sentences
She is massaging her mother's shoulders.
basic
I am massaging my feet after a long walk.
basic
The massage therapist is massaging his back.
basic
He spent an hour massaging away the tension in her neck.
natural
I've been massaging my sore muscles all day.
natural
She started massaging his temples to help him relax.
natural