Abrade
/əˈbreɪd/
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.
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