flesh-glove

flesh-glove

A therapist uses a flesh-glove to massage a patient's shoulder.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of glove, typically made of a coarse or textured material, used for massaging or stimulating the skin, often in a bath or spa setting.
Usage Examples
  • (A glove designed for scrubbing and massaging the body.)
  • (A tool for therapeutic massage.)
Advanced Usage
  • "to use a flesh-glove": to apply a glove for the purpose of rubbing, exfoliating, or stimulating the skin.
    • After applying the lotion, he used a flesh-glove to work it into his skin more deeply. (To enhance absorption and massage.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Flesh (n): the soft substance of the body, especially muscle and fat.
    • The wound exposed the flesh beneath the skin. (The living tissue.)
  • Glove (n): a covering for the hand, typically with separate sections for each finger and thumb.
    • He put on a glove to protect his hand from the cold. (A hand covering.)
Synonyms
  • Massage glove: a glove used specifically for massaging.
  • Scrub glove: a glove designed for exfoliating the skin.
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