massage

massage definition - medical

mas·sage (mə-säzhˈ -säjˈ)

noun
  1. The rubbing or kneading of parts of the body especially to aid circulation, relax the muscles, or provide sensual stimulation.
  2. An act or instance of such rubbing or kneading.
verb
  1. To give a massage to.
  2. To treat by means of a massage.

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