Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abrasion
Noun
/əˈbreɪʒ.ən/
Definition
A process of scraping or wearing away a surface.
Examples
- He suffered a minor abrasion on his arm after falling off his bike.
- The constant abrasion of rocks against the shoreline shapes the landscape.
- Doctors examined the abrasion on her knee and recommended proper care.
Meaning
Abrasion refers to the act or state of rubbing or scraping something, causing damage or wear.
Synonyms
- Scrape
- Wearing away
- Erosion
- Cut
