abrade

[US]/əˈbreɪd/
[UK]/əˈbreɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. rub or wear away by friction; wear down mentally; irritate
vi. undergo abrasion or friction

Example Sentences

a landscape slowly abraded by a fine, stinging dust.

Their gossips abraded her into restlessness.

The freshly abraded specimen must then be washed in industrial spirit and Analar acetone.

Environment of common silicious dust work, be like drilling of use pneumatic drill or blow up, mineral separation, or it is ore broken, abrade, choose;

The rough surface abraded my skin.

Over time, the constant friction abrades the metal surface.

Using a rough sponge can abrade delicate dishes.

The sandpaper abraded the wood surface smoothly.

Continuous rubbing can abrade the paint off the wall.

Be careful not to abrade the delicate fabric with a harsh brush.

The sharp rocks abraded the hiker's shoes on the trail.

Abrading the metal surface can help improve adhesion for painting.

The abrasive material abraded the surface of the glass to create a frosted effect.

Avoid using harsh chemicals that can abrade the finish of the furniture.

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