rub-up
rub-up · rub-ups
The action of rubbing, for example polishing or massagingThe action of rubbing, for example polishing or massaging.
Meaning
5 sensesThe action of rubbing, for example polishing or massaging.
The act of bringing old information to the front of one's memory.
(Caribbean)A party, especially one that is spontaneous and involves music and dancing.
More meanings 2
(obsolete)An encounter (with someone).
(obsolete, slang)The act of masturbating.
to do a rub-up
Forms
plural: rub-upsSynonyms
2 synonymsThe act of bringing old information to the front of…:reviewA1revisionB1
See also
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