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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OTHER WORDS FROM abrasive
a·bra·sive·ly, adverba·bra·sive·ness, nounun·a·bra·sive, adjectiveun·a·bra·sive·ly, adverbDictionary.com Unabridged
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Example sentences from the Web for abrasive
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.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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