massage (Meaning)

Wordnet

massage (n)

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

Wordnet

massage (v)

manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes

give a massage to

Webster

massage (n.)

A rubbing or kneading of the body, especially when performed as a hygienic or remedial measure.

Webster

massage (v. t.)

To treat by means of massage; to rub or knead; as, to massage a patient with ointment.

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kneading and rubbing parts of the body to increase circulation and promote relaxation, manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation

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The therapist's soothing massage eased the tension in my aching muscles.

After a strenuous hike, a relaxing massage was exactly what I needed.

The deep tissue massage helped alleviate my chronic pain significantly.

The prenatal massage provided much-needed comfort during my pregnancy.