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abrasive

/əˈbɹeɪsɪv/ · /əˈbɹeɪ.sɪv/

Meaning 1

A rough material used to grind or polish a surface.

“Workers used a fine abrasive to smooth the stone tools.”

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Illustration of abrasive: A rough material used to grind or polish a surface.

Meaning 2

Rough or harsh, often causing wear.

“The abrasive surface scratched the wooden table.”

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Illustration of abrasive: Rough or harsh, often causing wear.