Background for abrading

abrading

/əˈbreɪdɪŋ/

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To rub or wear off; erode.

Examples :

"The rough sandpaper was abrading the paint from the old table. "

geology environment wear science

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To wear down or exhaust, as a person; irritate.

Examples :

"The constant criticism from his boss was abrading his confidence. "

action wear condition process mind

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To irritate by rubbing; chafe.

Examples :

"The tight collar was abrading his neck, making it red and sore. "

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To cause the surface to become more rough.

Examples :

"The sandpaper was abrading the wood, making it rougher and rougher. "

material process geology wear

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To undergo abrasion.

Examples :

"The old paint on the car is slowly abrading from the constant exposure to sun and rain. "

material geology process wear

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To wrench (something) out.

Examples :

"The storm was abrading the shingles from the roof, leaving bare wood exposed. "

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

Examples :

"This definition of "abrading" is incorrect. The word "abrading" means "to wear away or rub away by friction; erode." Here's a sentence using the correct definition: "The constant rubbing of the rope against the rock was abrading its surface." "

physiology body

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To spring, start, make a sudden movement.

Examples :

"The cat abraded from the windowsill, leaping onto the table. "

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

Examples :

"The drill sergeant was abrading orders at the new recruits. "

sound communication language

Illustration abrading - Image 1

verb

To rise in the stomach with nausea.

Examples :

"The stressful meeting with the boss made his stomach begin to abrade with nausea. "

body physiology sensation