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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

abrading

/ˈæbɹeɪdɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does abrading mean?

verb

The act of wearing away or grinding down the surface of something, especially by friction. The process of wearing away or grinding down the surface of something, especially by friction.

Example

"The sandpaper was used for abrading the rough wood."

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