abrasion
7 synonyms for abrasion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A scraped area of skin where the surface has been rubbed or scratched off.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use abrasion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
minor abrasion
surface abrasion
abrasion resistance
Etymology
From Latin abrasio, "a scraping," rooted in abrado, "to scrape off" — the same source as the verb "abrade."
Full origin of abrasion →Frequently asked questions
What does “abrasion” mean?
The word “abrasion” means a scraped area of skin where the surface has been rubbed or scratched off. In plain terms, damage caused by scraping or rubbing — whether it's a graze on skin or a rock surface worn smooth over time.
How do you pronounce “abrasion”?
“Abrasion” is pronounced uh-BRAY-zhuhn (/əˈbɹeɪ.ʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “abrasion” in a sentence?
Here is “abrasion” used in a sentence: “He cleaned the abrasion on his knee after the fall.”
What part of speech is “abrasion”?
“Abrasion” is a noun.
Where does the word “abrasion” come from?
The word “abrasion” comes from Latin. From Latin abrasio, "a scraping," rooted in abrado, "to scrape off" — the same source as the verb "abrade.".
How many meanings does “abrasion” have?
“Abrasion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a scraped area of skin where the surface has been rubbed or scratched off.
