n. 1 rub-down, rub, manipulation, kneading I felt really relaxed after the massage and steam bath
v. 2 rub down, manipulate, knead, palpate She gently massaged my temples with her fingertips 3 manipulate, handle, manoeuvre, Colloq finagle, Brit fiddle He massaged the figures to make it look as if the company was solvent