abrasion
noun
a scraped spot or area; the result of rubbing or abrading.
abrasions
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pluralof abrasion.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It was there that Maui police officers came across Storer, who had numerous abrasions, according to the statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
In an interview, Simpson said they were extremely allergic to mosquito bites, causing the abrasions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
The animals operated in the high temperatures of La Guaira, exposing themselves to dehydration and abrasions to their fur, something visible on Sisu's neck.
From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026
The skin on both heels and a patch below my right pinkie had worn away, leaving behind angry pink abrasions.
From Slate ● Jun. 5, 2026
I was so raw from repeated exposure to cruelty that now even the most minor abrasions left a mark.
From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi
