rub up against

== English == === Pronunciation === === Verb === rub up against (third-person singular simple present rubs up against, present participle rubbing up against, simple past and past participle rubbed up against) To touch something with one's body. To touch another person with one's body in a sexually stimulating manner. To touch a person's body in a friendly manner, seeking attention. (of animals) To come into conflict with someone or something.