abrasive
[ uh-brey-siv, -ziv ]
/ əˈbreɪ sɪv, -zɪv /
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noun
any material or substance used for grinding, polishing, etc., as emery, pumice, or sandpaper.
adjective
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a·bra·sive·ly, adverba·bra·sive·ness, nounun·a·bra·sive, adjectiveun·a·bra·sive·ly, adverbDictionary.com Unabridged
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How to use abrasive in a sentence
When you use an abrasive soap repeatedly, you can damage this natural defense, making your skin less effective at retaining moisture.
Five tips for taking care of your over-washed hands|Sandra Gutierrez G.|December 20, 2020|Popular-ScienceKimberley Martin, who was Newsday’s Jets beat writer from 2012 to 2017, said Mehta constantly sent her abrasive messages, often questioning her reporting or demanding credit for obviously available information.
A divisive Jets reporter, accused of bullying, loses his place on the beat|Ben Strauss|December 11, 2020|Washington PostThough the louder voices on social media can be abrasive, they provide insight into the mood of influential activists from both parties.
British Dictionary definitions for abrasive
abrasive
/ (əˈbreɪsɪv) /
noun
a substance or material such as sandpaper, pumice, or emery, used for cleaning, grinding, smoothing, or polishing
adjective
causing abrasion; grating; rough
irritating in manner or personality; causing tension or annoyance
Derived forms of abrasive
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Medical definitions for abrasive
abrasive
[ ə-brā′sĭv ]
adj.
Causing abrasion.
n.
A material used to produce abrasion.
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