Synonyms for rub

Other words for “rub”, grouped by meaning.

We found 9 synonyms for “rub”. The most common are hang-up, hitch, snag, wipe, fray.

noun an unforeseen obstacle

noun the act of rubbing or wiping

Synonymswipe

verb cause friction

verb scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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