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rub up against en · VERB
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Meanings
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To touch something with one's body.
She accidentally rubbed up against the painted door and got green paint on her blouse.
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To touch another person with one's body in a sexually stimulating manner.
Now men, I have rubbed up against a few men in my time, but women?
1994, Samuel Becket, Molloy, page 75:
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To touch a person's body in a friendly manner, seeking attention. (of animals)
Tibbles the cat rubbed up against my leg, asking for a piece of my cheese.
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To come into conflict with someone or something.
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