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abrasion

/əˈbreɪʒən/ noun · British & US
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What does abrasion mean?

noun

A wearing away or removal of a part of a surface by friction or abrasion, or a bruise or sore on the skin caused by rubbing or friction.

Example

"The rough stone caused an abrasion on her knee."

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