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ABRASION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Abrasion.

How to pronounce abrasion:

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Abrasion - as a noun

An abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excoriationscrapescratch
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lesionwound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Erosion by friction

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
attritioncorrasiondetrition

The wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
attritiondetritiongrinding

Example Sentences

"He suffered a painful abrasion on his knee after falling off his skateboard."
"The hiker's hands were covered in abrasions from climbing the rough rocks."
"The surface of the table had several small abrasions from years of use."
"The car's paint had numerous abrasions from scraping against the concrete pillar."
"The athlete had to withdraw from the race due to an abrasion on his foot."
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Word Game Points

Is ABRASION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, abrasion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABRASION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is ABRASION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, abrasion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABRASION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is ABRASION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, abrasion is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABRASION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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