knead

1. Make uniform (synset 201237919)
   "knead dough"; "work the clay until it is soft"
   is a type of: manipulate - hold something in one's hands and move it
   subtypes:

   • proof - knead to reach proper lightness
   • masticate - grind and knead
   same as: work
   verb group:

   • crop, cultivate, work - prepare for crops
   • work - behave in a certain way when handled
2. Manually manipulate (someone's body), usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes (synset 201235302)
   "She rubbed down her child with a sponge"
   entail: rub - move over something with pressure
   is a type of: manipulate - hold something in one's hands and move it
   same as: massage, rub down

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