Entry 2 senses · 2 variants Webster, 1913 Massage /məs-äzh'/ · Mas·sage · IPA /məˈsɑ(d)ʒ/ n. v. t. 01 n. A rubbing or kneading of the body, especially when performed as a hygienic or remedial measure. 1. A rubbing or kneading of the body, especially when performed as a hygienic or remedial measure. 02 v. t. To treat by means of massage; to rub or knead; as, to massage a patient with ointment. 1. To treat by means of massage; to rub or knead; as, to massage a patient with ointment.(Med.)