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abrasive in Catalan

abrasive in Catalan is abrasiu — abrasive means rough enough to grind or wear away a surface through friction.

abrasive in Catalan

abrasiu
adj
Producing abrasion; rough enough to wear away the outer surface. [First attested in 1805.]

What does "abrasive" mean?

  1. adj Rough enough to grind or wear away a surface through friction.
    "The cleaning pad has an abrasive side for tough stains."
  2. adj Harsh and unpleasantly blunt in manner, tending to irritate others.
    "His abrasive management style drove several employees to quit."
  3. noun A substance, such as sandpaper or pumice, used for grinding, polishing, or smoothing.
    "Use a fine abrasive to remove the old varnish."
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abrasive in a sentence

  • The cleaning pad has an abrasive side for tough stains.
  • His abrasive management style drove several employees to quit.
  • She softened her naturally abrasive tone during the interview.
  • Use a fine abrasive to remove the old varnish.

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What is "abrasive" in Catalan?

"abrasive" in Catalan is abrasiu. abrasive means: Rough enough to grind or wear away a surface through friction.

How do you use "abrasive" in a sentence?

Example: "The cleaning pad has an abrasive side for tough stains." In Catalan, "abrasive" is abrasiu.

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