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Definition of abrasion

abrasion

/əˈbreɪʒən/
a · bra · sion
Adverb:abrasively
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Plural:abrasions
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Adjective:abrasive
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abrasion Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An area damaged by scraping or wearing away, especially a superficial wound to the skin or mucous membrane.

Example

"The cyclist escaped the fall with only minor bruises and a small abrasion on his elbow."

2

The process of scraping or wearing down a surface by friction or mechanical erosion.

Example

"Protective coatings are applied to the machinery to prevent metal fatigue and surface abrasion."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Entered English in the mid-17th century from Medieval Latin abrasio, derived from the Latin verb abradere, meaning 'to scrape off' (from ab- 'off' and radere 'to scrape').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Abrasion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/abrasion
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