massage

/mˈæsɑːʒ/

/məˈsɑʒ/

Massage

kneading and rubbing parts of the body to increase circulation and promote relaxation

to massage

MAIN VERB

to press or rub a part of a person's body with the hands to make them feel refreshed

synonyms : knead

give a massage to

Examples

1. as she massaged her sore feet.

2. I massaged my leg to relieve muscle tension.

3. He massaged his skin with safflower oil, known for its moisturizing properties.

4. He massaged his sore muscles to ease the tension.