Wear and tear
noun
Damage that naturally happens over time because of normal use.
The car has a bit of wear and tear due to its age, but it's still in good running condition.
Often appears as...
- normal wear and tear
- due to wear and tear
noun
The process of becoming decayed or impaired because of constant use, strain or aging.
The tenant is responsible for any damages over and above normal wear and tear on the premises.
Often appears as...
- beyond normal wear and tear
- wear and tear clause
Usage tips
Formal
noun
Damage that naturally happens over time because of normal use.
The car has a bit of wear and tear due to its age, but it's still in good running condition.
Often appears as...
- normal wear and tear
- due to wear and tear
noun
The process of becoming decayed or impaired because of constant use, strain or aging.
The tenant is responsible for any damages over and above normal wear and tear on the premises.
Often appears as...
- beyond normal wear and tear
- wear and tear clause
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Expected Damage
Wear and tear indicates damage that is normal and expected due to age or use.
A second-hand bike will show wear and tear, but it should work fine.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Faulty
'Wear and tear' suggests items aren't faulty, just used.
The library book's wear and tear didn't affect the readability.
Pro Tip 3/3No Blame
Using 'wear and tear' means not blaming anyone for the deterioration.
His coat had signs of wear and tear from years of use, nothing else.
Pro Tip 1/3Expected Damage
Wear and tear indicates damage that is normal and expected due to age or use.
A second-hand bike will show wear and tear, but it should work fine.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Faulty
'Wear and tear' suggests items aren't faulty, just used.
The library book's wear and tear didn't affect the readability.
Pro Tip 3/3No Blame
Using 'wear and tear' means not blaming anyone for the deterioration.
His coat had signs of wear and tear from years of use, nothing else.
Pro Tip 1/3Expected Damage
Wear and tear indicates damage that is normal and expected due to age or use.
A second-hand bike will show wear and tear, but it should work fine.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Faulty
'Wear and tear' suggests items aren't faulty, just used.
The library book's wear and tear didn't affect the readability.
Pro Tip 3/3No Blame
Using 'wear and tear' means not blaming anyone for the deterioration.
His coat had signs of wear and tear from years of use, nothing else.
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