Massage (Verb)
Syllable division: mas·​sage
How to pronounce: UK: /ˈmæs.ɑːʒ/ US: /məˈsɑːʒ/

Audio Pronunciation of the word Message

#1 Meaning: When you want to help someone relax or relieve stiff muscles/joint pain, you rub and press their body in a steady, repetitive motion.
Example:
> I went for a full body massage this weekend and my entire body feels relaxed.
> Would you massage my feet?
> It is a proven fact that getting a massage can help relief stress.

#2 Meaning: To deceive someone by making facts or numbers appear better than they really are.
Example:
> Radio stations have been massaging their listening figures in order to attract more sponsorships.
> The investigator massaged the evidence to help his case.

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