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abrade in Finnish

abrade in Finnish is hiertää — abrade means to wear something away gradually by rubbing or scraping it.

abrade in Finnish

hiertää

verb

(transitive) To rub or wear off; erode. [First attested in the late 17th century.]

What does "abrade" mean?

verb To wear something away gradually by rubbing or scraping it.
verb To tire someone out or wear down their patience.
verb To make sore by rubbing against it repeatedly.
verb To make a surface rougher by scraping or scratching it.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "abrade" in Finnish?

"abrade" in Finnish is hiertää. abrade means: To wear something away gradually by rubbing or scraping it.

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