Abrade
verb
To rub or scrape off the top layer of something by using friction.
He abraded his skin when he fell off his bike.
Often appears as...
- abrade the surface
- abrade the skin
verb
To wear down or diminish due to consistent friction or use over time.
The river water can abrade the rocks over the years.
Often appears as...
- abrade the rocks
- abrade the edges
Usage tips
Academic
verb
To rub or scrape off the top layer of something by using friction.
He abraded his skin when he fell off his bike.
Often appears as...
- abrade the surface
- abrade the skin
verb
To wear down or diminish due to consistent friction or use over time.
The river water can abrade the rocks over the years.
Often appears as...
- abrade the rocks
- abrade the edges
Usage tips
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Understanding 'abrade' as a direct action, often unintentional and sudden.
After the crash, the car's paint was abraded.
Pro Tip 2/3Material Removal
Reflects loss of material, like skin or polish, typically resulting from an accident.
Dragging the couch abraded the wooden floor finish.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Imagery
'Abrade' can help create a vivid picture of textures and surfaces being damaged.
His hands were abraded by the rough rope.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Understanding 'abrade' as a direct action, often unintentional and sudden.
After the crash, the car's paint was abraded.
Pro Tip 2/3Material Removal
Reflects loss of material, like skin or polish, typically resulting from an accident.
Dragging the couch abraded the wooden floor finish.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Imagery
'Abrade' can help create a vivid picture of textures and surfaces being damaged.
His hands were abraded by the rough rope.
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Action
Understanding 'abrade' as a direct action, often unintentional and sudden.
After the crash, the car's paint was abraded.
Pro Tip 2/3Material Removal
Reflects loss of material, like skin or polish, typically resulting from an accident.
Dragging the couch abraded the wooden floor finish.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Imagery
'Abrade' can help create a vivid picture of textures and surfaces being damaged.
His hands were abraded by the rough rope.
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