18 Synonyms & Antonyms For MASSAGE

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Definitions massage [muh-sahzh, -sahj, mas-ahzh] / məˈsɑʒ, -ˈsɑdʒ, ˈmæs ɑʒ / NOUN kneading of body parts Synonyms STRONG beating manipulation rubbing stroking WEAK back rub chirapsia rolfing rubbing-down VERB knead body parts Synonyms STRONGEST caress pat rub STRONG manipulate press push rolf stimulate stroke WEAK rub down

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Take, for example, our tester’s heated/ventilated and full-back massaging front seats.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I will be in nyc for 4 days starting april 22 ... can we book that massage now?”

From Los Angeles Times

He cracks his knuckles and massages the empty space on his wrist.

From Literature

There’s kale, collard greens, Swiss chard, spinach and mustard greens — a medley of leafy green vegetables that are best enjoyed massaged in olive oil, slow-cooked or sautéed.

From Salon

“Her ability to overcome injury, to push through, her mental attitude, her resilience, it’s amazing,” said Shawna Niles, her massage therapist.

From Los Angeles Times

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Words related to massage are not direct synonyms, but are associated with the word massage. Browse related words to learn more about word associations.

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