Pronunciation: /əˈbreɪdəbəl/
noun a material that is abradable
A1 I learned a new word today - 'abradable'.
A2 The teacher explained the meaning of 'abradable' in class.
B1 The abradable material used in the engine helped reduce friction.
B2 The engineer recommended using abradable coatings for better performance.
C1 The company invested in research to develop more advanced abradable materials.
C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research led to the discovery of a new abradable compound.
adjective capable of being abraded or worn away by friction
A1 The fabric is abradable, so be careful not to snag it on anything sharp.
A2 The paint used on the walls is abradable, so it may come off easily if scratched.
B1 The material is abradable, meaning it can be easily worn down over time.
B2 The surface of the table is abradable, so it is prone to scratches and marks.
C1 The abradable coating on the metal part allows for controlled wear during operation.
C2 The abradable seal in the engine is designed to minimize leakage and improve efficiency.
formal The material used for the gaskets must be abradable to prevent damage during operation.
informal Make sure to use an abradable material for the seal so it doesn't wear out quickly.
slang You gotta get that abradable stuff for the job, or it won't last long.
figurative Her patience was as abradable as sandpaper, wearing thin with each passing minute.
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