Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abrasion
Noun
/əˈbreɪʒ.ən/
Definition
The process of scraping or wearing away of a surface.
Examples
- The constant abrasion of the rock face by wind and rain has shaped the landscape over millions of years.
- She experienced an abrasion on her knee after falling off her bike.
- In the lab, they tested the abrasion resistance of various materials.
Meaning
Abrasion refers to the act of wearing something down through friction or contact, often causing damage or loss of material.
Synonyms
- Scraping
- Wearing
- Rubbing
- Erosion
