to rub, knead, etc. of a part of the body with the hands to stimulate circulation and make muscles or joints supple, relieve tension, etc.; massage.

a man who rubs, kneads, etc. another's body with the hands to stimulate circulation and make muscles or joints supple, relieve rension, etc.; to massage.

(fig.) a man who associates with or acompanies another; an associate; a companion.