rubdown
noun
rub·down ˈrəb-ˌdau̇n 
: a brisk rubbing of the body (as to relax fatigued muscles)
Example Sentences
The trainer gave him a rubdown after the game.
Recent Examples on the Web The gentle formula is safe for the most sensitive skin, and is perfect for a full-body rubdown—belly included. 
ELLE, 24 June 2022 During the rubdown, Maxwell allegedly fondled her breasts. Rebecca Rosenberg, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2021 Guests are invited to lie on the hot marble at the heart of the bath, known as the göbek tasi; as heat envelops the body, a rubdown with an exfoliating glove and scented soap revitalizes and cleanses. Laurie Brookins, Robb Report, 3 July 2021 Try a reflexology technique or, outsource your rubdown to one of the best heated mechanical foot massagers. Stefanie Groner, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2020 Stretch and give you self a quick rubdown with a form roller for the best results. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2020 The state’s appeal also contends that Kraft does not have any legal standing to complain about violations of the privacy rights of people who got lawful rubdowns. Marc Freeman, sun-sentinel.com, 1 Nov. 2019 Relax with a rubdown and other pampering starting at $99. Doreen Christensen, sun-sentinel.com, 27 Sep. 2019 While the lads are on break -- getting tea, rubdowns and oxygen -- now is a good time to point out a few others who are helping to simulate that fierce energy force once known as the Who. San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2019 See More
ELLE, 24 June 2022 During the rubdown, Maxwell allegedly fondled her breasts. Rebecca Rosenberg, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2021 Guests are invited to lie on the hot marble at the heart of the bath, known as the göbek tasi; as heat envelops the body, a rubdown with an exfoliating glove and scented soap revitalizes and cleanses. Laurie Brookins, Robb Report, 3 July 2021 Try a reflexology technique or, outsource your rubdown to one of the best heated mechanical foot massagers. Stefanie Groner, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2020 Stretch and give you self a quick rubdown with a form roller for the best results. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2020 The state’s appeal also contends that Kraft does not have any legal standing to complain about violations of the privacy rights of people who got lawful rubdowns. Marc Freeman, sun-sentinel.com, 1 Nov. 2019 Relax with a rubdown and other pampering starting at $99. Doreen Christensen, sun-sentinel.com, 27 Sep. 2019 While the lads are on break -- getting tea, rubdowns and oxygen -- now is a good time to point out a few others who are helping to simulate that fierce energy force once known as the Who. San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2019 See More Word History
First Known Use
1798, in the meaning defined above