abrasion
Abrasion (noun) means a scraped area of skin where the surface has been rubbed or scratched off. Example: “He cleaned the abrasion on his knee after the fall.”
How to use abrasion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDamage caused by scraping or rubbing — whether it's a graze on skin or a rock surface worn smooth over time.
Word forms
abrasions plural
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He cleaned the _____ on his knee after the fall.
Etymology
From Latin abrasio, "a scraping," rooted in abrado, "to scrape off" — the same source as the verb "abrade."
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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.
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