frayed
What is another word for frayed? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Worn away or unravelled at the edge, especially of fabric or rope.
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How to use frayed
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
frayed edges
frayed nerves
frayed relationship
Etymology
Past participle of fray, from Old French froiier, "to rub against," ultimately from Latin fricare, "to rub."
Full origin of frayed →Frequently asked questions
What does “frayed” mean?
The word “frayed” means worn away or unravelled at the edge, especially of fabric or rope. In plain terms, worn thin at the edges, or emotionally worn down by stress.
How do you pronounce “frayed”?
“Frayed” is pronounced frayd (/fɹeɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “frayed” in a sentence?
Here is “frayed” used in a sentence: “He wore a pair of frayed old jeans.”
What part of speech is “frayed”?
“Frayed” is an adjective.
Where does the word “frayed” come from?
The word “frayed” comes from Latin. Past participle of fray, from Old French froiier, "to rub against," ultimately from Latin fricare, "to rub.".
How many meanings does “frayed” have?
“Frayed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: worn away or unravelled at the edge, especially of fabric or rope.
