This is the 9970th most frequent French word.
frotter
To rub.
The word 'frotte' here refers to physical rubbing action, used to describe the act of cleaning by applying friction.
Je frotte la table avec un chiffon pour la nettoyer.
I am rubbing the table with a cloth to clean it.
The word 'frotten' in this context reflects the act of rubbing hands together to generate heat or warm them during cold weather.
Les enfants frottent leurs mains pour se réchauffer.
The children rub their hands to warm them up.
The term 'frotter' is used here to indicate the act of sanding, which involves rubbing a surface to make it smooth.