verbπShareEspecially when describing animals: to consume, devour, or eat."The hungry sheep fretted the clover in the meadow. "animalfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo chafe or irritate; to worry."The tight shoes fretted her feet all day at school. "mindemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make rough, to agitate or disturb; to cause to ripple."to fret the surface of water"natureenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareIn the form fret out: to squander, to waste."He fretted out his inheritance on gambling and fast cars. "businessfinanceeconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo gnaw; to consume, to eat away."The constant worry fretted at her peace of mind, making it hard to sleep. "physiologybodymedicineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be chafed or irritated; to be angry or vexed; to utter peevish expressions through irritation or worry."The child fretted about the loud noise and refused to fall asleep. "mindemotionattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be worn away; to chafe; to fray."A wristband frets on the edges."wearconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be anxious, to worry."She fretted about the upcoming exam, even though she had studied hard. "mindemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be agitated; to rankle; to be in violent commotion."Rancour frets in the malignant breast."mindsensationemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo have secondary fermentation (fermentation occurring after the conversion of sugar to alcohol in beers and wine) take place."The young wine, still fretted slightly in the bottle, showed tiny bubbles clinging to the glass. "drinkfoodsciencechemistryprocessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo decorate or ornament, especially with an interlaced or interwoven pattern, or with carving or relief (raised) work."The craftsman fretted the guitar's neck with intricate silver inlays. "artstylearchitectureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo form a pattern on; to variegate."The sunlight, filtered through the leaves, fretted the grass with dancing shadows. "artstyleappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo cut through with a fretsaw, to create fretwork."The carpenter fretted the thin piece of wood to create an intricate decorative pattern. "arttechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo bind, to tie, originally with a loop or ring."The gardener fretted the young tomato plants to the stakes with soft twine to support their growth. "actiontechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareMusical senses."The guitarist fretted the high E string to play a clear, ringing note. "musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShare(of a musical instrument) Having frets."The dulcimer and sitar are fretted instruments."musicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareDecorated with fretwork."The antique cabinet had a fretted door, showing intricate designs carved into the wood. "artstylearchitectureappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
