: manipulation of tissues (as by rubbing, kneading, or tapping) with the hand or an instrument for relaxation or therapeutic purposes
gave him a neck massage
massaged; massaging
1
: to subject to massage
2
a
: to treat flatteringly : blandish
b
: manipulate, doctor
massaged the data to help his cause
massager
noun
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Examples of massage in a Sentence
Noun
She gave him a neck massage.
using massage to help relax
Verb
She massaged her leg until the numbness was gone.
a candidate who knows that you have to massage the voters if you want to get elected
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Adam Morganstern, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Skincare is crafted with primarily European plant extracts and fine essential oils and treatments couple massage techniques with collagen-boosting infrared LEDs for tailored experiences that can be part of two- or four-day programs launching this fall.
—Lane Nieset, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024
William Roberson, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
This non-toxic, multi-textured teether massages your little one’s gums, providing instant comfort.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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Noun
The Willowbrook Spa, located adjacent to the main building, offers a selection of massages (including deep tissue, Swedish and hot stone) and body treatments.
—Adam Morganstern, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Skincare is crafted with primarily European plant extracts and fine essential oils and treatments couple massage techniques with collagen-boosting infrared LEDs for tailored experiences that can be part of two- or four-day programs launching this fall.
—Lane Nieset, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2024
Verb
The performance of the pedal assist system can also be massaged in the Aventon app.
—William Roberson, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
This non-toxic, multi-textured teether massages your little one’s gums, providing instant comfort.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Massage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/massage. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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