RUB DRY' The term 'RUB DRY' is a crossword solution that consists of two words. The first word, 'RUB, ' means to move one's hand or an object over a surface with pressure in a circular motion. The second word, 'DRY, ' means free from moisture or liquid. Together, the two words form an action that involves rubbing something until it is DRY. This could be used to describe a variety of tasks, such as drying dishes, wiping down a countertop, or drying off after a shower.