Abraser

Pronunciation: /əˈbreɪzər/

Definitions of abraser

noun a tool or machine used for abrading or wearing down a surface through friction

Example Sentences

A1 An abraser is a tool used to wear down or polish materials.

A2 The abraser was used to smooth out the rough edges of the metal.

B1 The abraser is an essential tool in the field of material science for testing the durability of materials.

B2 The abraser machine can simulate the wear and tear that materials undergo in real-world conditions.

C1 The abraser test results indicated that the material was highly resistant to abrasion.

C2 The precision of the abraser measurements allowed for accurate analysis of the material's properties.

Examples of abraser in a Sentence

formal The abraser machine is used to test the abrasion resistance of materials.

informal I accidentally abrased my new shoes on the rough pavement.

slang Don't abrase your phone screen by putting it in the same pocket as your keys.

figurative The constant criticism began to abrase her self-confidence over time.

Grammatical Forms of abraser

• past tense: abrased
• plural: abrasers
• comparative: more abrasive
• superlative: most abrasive
• present tense: abrases
• future tense: will abrase
• perfect tense: has abrased
• continuous tense: is abrasing
• singular: abraser
• positive degree: abrasive
• infinitive: abrase
• gerund: abrasing
• participle: abrased

Origin and Evolution of abraser

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abraser' originated from the Latin word 'abradere' which means 'to scrape off'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'abraser' has evolved to refer to a tool or substance used for abrasion or wearing down a surface through friction.