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frets

/fɹɛts/

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noun

Agitation of the surface of a fluid by fermentation or some other cause; a rippling on the surface of water.

Examples :

"The gentle frets on the pond's surface showed where the fish were feeding near the lily pads. "

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Agitation of the mind marked by complaint and impatience; disturbance of temper; irritation.

Examples :

"He keeps his mind in a continual fret."

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Herpes; tetter.

Examples :

"The doctor confirmed that the itchy rash on the child's arm was frets, a type of herpes. "

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(in the plural) The worn sides of riverbanks, where ores or stones containing them accumulate after being washed down from higher ground, which thus indicate to miners the locality of veins of ore.

Examples :

"The experienced prospector examined the frets along the riverbank, carefully searching for telltale signs of gold washed down from the mountains. "

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Especially when describing animals: to consume, devour, or eat.

Examples :

"The goat frets the leaves from the lower branches of the tree. "

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To chafe or irritate; to worry.

Examples :

"My mom frets about my grades even though I'm trying my best. "

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To make rough, to agitate or disturb; to cause to ripple.

Examples :

"to fret the surface of water"

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In the form fret out: to squander, to waste.

Examples :

"He frets out his allowance on video games and has nothing left for the rest of the week. "

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To gnaw; to consume, to eat away.

Examples :

"The worry about the upcoming exam frets at her confidence. "

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To be chafed or irritated; to be angry or vexed; to utter peevish expressions through irritation or worry.

Examples :

"The baby frets and cries whenever his diaper is wet. "

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To be worn away; to chafe; to fray.

Examples :

"A wristband frets on the edges."

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To be anxious, to worry.

Examples :

"She always frets about her grades, even when she gets good marks. "

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To be agitated; to rankle; to be in violent commotion.

Examples :

"Rancour frets in the malignant breast."

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To have secondary fermentation (fermentation occurring after the conversion of sugar to alcohol in beers and wine) take place.

Examples :

"The home-brewed beer often frets in the bottle for weeks after the initial fermentation, creating a slight fizz. "

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An ornamental pattern consisting of repeated vertical and horizontal lines, often in relief.

Examples :

"The ancient building's facade was decorated with intricate frets, adding to its historical charm. "

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A saltire interlaced with a mascle.

Examples :

"The coat of arms displayed frets in silver on a field of blue, a complex design often found in heraldry. "

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To decorate or ornament, especially with an interlaced or interwoven pattern, or with carving or relief (raised) work.

Examples :

"The woodworker carefully frets the guitar's headstock with an intricate floral design. "

art style appearance

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To form a pattern on; to variegate.

Examples :

"The morning sun frets the dusty windowpane with bars of light. "

art appearance style

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To cut through with a fretsaw, to create fretwork.

Examples :

"The woodworker carefully frets the thin piece of walnut to create the delicate floral pattern. "

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A ferrule, a ring.

Examples :

"The craftsman carefully polished the wooden flute, ensuring each of the silver frets was securely in place. "

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One of the pieces of metal, plastic or wood across the neck of a guitar or other string instrument that marks where a finger should be positioned to depress a string as it is played.

Examples :

"The guitarist polished the frets on his vintage guitar to remove any tarnish. "

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To bind, to tie, originally with a loop or ring.

Examples :

"The jeweler carefully frets the wire to the gemstone, securing it tightly in the ring setting. "

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Musical senses.

Examples :

"The guitar student frets the strings carefully to play the correct notes. "

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A channel, a strait; a fretum.

Examples :

"The ferry cautiously navigated the dangerous frets between the small, rocky islands. "

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A channel or passage created by the sea.

Examples :

"The fishing boats navigated the narrow frets between the islands. "

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A fog or mist at sea, or coming inland from the sea.

Examples :

"The coastal town was often shrouded in frets, making visibility poor for ships entering the harbor. "

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