knead 
/ˈni:d/ verb
kneads; knead·ed; knead·ing /ˈni:d/ verb [+ obj] 1 : to prepare (dough) by pressing a mixture of flour, water, etc., with your hands
▪ Knead the dough until it is smooth. 2 : to press and squeeze (a person's muscles) with your hands
▪ He kneaded [=massaged] the muscles in my neck.
▪ Knead the dough until it is smooth.
▪ He kneaded [=massaged] the muscles in my neck.
