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A gentle shoulder massage helped him relax.
What does Massage mean?
Massage means to rub muscles gently.
Dictionary definition
to rub muscles gently, or the act of rubbing muscles to help them relax.
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Massage in a sentence
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The coach showed a safe way to massage a sore muscle.
hard
The health article described how massage can help muscles feel less tight.
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What does massage mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to massage?
Rub is close in meaning to massage in many contexts.
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Which word is an antonym or useful contrast for massage?
Tighten contrasts with massage.
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WordMassage.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningMassage means to rub muscles gently.
ExampleExample: A gentle shoulder massage helped him relax.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- muh · sahzh
- Strongest beat
- sahzh
- Ending
- sahzh
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sahzh.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
Opposite words
tightento make something less loose or relaxed
strainto stretch or stress a muscle too much
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Word family
Massage word family
Base word
massage
verb
massages
Present-tense form used with he, she, or it.
verb
massaged
Past-tense form.
verb
massaging
Present participle form.
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