Abrasive Materials

verb to scrape or wear away by friction or erosion

• The rough surface of the sandpaper can abrade the metal surface.
• Be careful not to abrade the paint when scrubbing the car.
• I accidentally abraded my skin on the rough edge of the table.
• His constant criticism began to abrade her self-confidence over time.

noun the process of scraping or wearing something away

• The doctor noted a small abrasion on the patient's arm.
• I got a little abrasion on my knee from falling off my bike.
• I got a gnarly abrasion on my elbow from skateboarding.
• The constant criticism was like an emotional abrasion on his spirit.