Rubbing Meaning in English
word · lemma: rub
释义
The act of moving something back and forth or in a circular motion against a surface, usually with your hand, to clean, comfort, or create warmth; also, a picture made by rubbing a pencil over paper laid on top of something textured.
用法与细微差别
'Rubbing' most often refers to the physical action with the hands (e.g., 'rubbing your eyes'), but can also describe an artistic technique. Common phrases: 'rubbing alcohol', 'rubbing shoulders (with)'. Do not confuse with 'scratching' (uses nails, not full hand).
例句
He started rubbing his eyes because he was tired.
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My shoes make a noise when rubbing against the floor.
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Rubbing your hands together can warm them up.
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She was gently rubbing his back to help him relax.
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After rubbing the pencil over the paper, the leaf's shape appeared.
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Stop rubbing it—you're only making the stain worse!
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