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Definition of abrade
abraded
;abrading
abrader
nounFrom the M-W Editors
Examples of abrade in a Sentence
ropes abraded by the rocks were a huge danger to the climbers
the prisoner's manacles abraded his wrists and ankles until they bled
Recent Examples of abrade from the Web
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Use firm but gentle pressure, being careful not to abrade or snag the yarn.
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However, really wallop it, especially with a hard or sharp object, and the plastic will abrade, cut or tear.
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The authors proposed that Ganlea (as well as the other amphipithecids) often fed on hard seeds and nuts that abraded the canines of these primates.
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ABRADE Defined for English Language Learners
abrade
playDefinition of abrade for English Language Learners
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: to damage (something) by rubbing, grinding, or scraping
ABRADE Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of abrade for Students
abraded
;abrading
: to wear away or irritate by rubbing The rough fabric abraded his skin.
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