anatripˈsologyMed. [f.Gr. ἀνάτριψις rubbing, friction (see next) + -ology. Syd. Soc.Lex. gives also Anatriptology.] The scientific consideration of the remedial use of friction. 1839Hooper Med.Dict. 102 Anatripsology, A treatise on the use of friction.1853in Mayne.1879in Syd. Soc.Lex.