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Abrasion: meaning, definitions and examples

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abrasion

 

[ əˈbreɪʒən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

skin injury

A wound caused by rubbing or scraping the skin, resulting in the removal of the top layer of skin. Abrasions are usually minor injuries that can be painful but typically heal on their own without the need for medical intervention.

Synonyms

graze, scrape, scratch

Examples of usage

  • The child fell off his bike and got a minor abrasion on his knee.
  • She treated the abrasion with antiseptic to prevent infection.
Context #2 | Noun

geology

The process of wearing down or rubbing away by friction. In geology, abrasion refers to the mechanical wearing away of rock surfaces by friction and impact during transportation.

Synonyms

attrition, erosion, wearing away

Examples of usage

  • The river's abrasion of the rocks over centuries created a smooth surface.
  • Wind abrasion can result in the formation of sand dunes.
Context #3 | Noun

dentistry

The loss of tooth structure due to mechanical forces. Abrasion in dentistry can occur from improper tooth brushing techniques or habitual behaviors such as nail-biting.

Synonyms

dental erosion, tooth wear

Examples of usage

  • The dentist noticed signs of abrasion on the patient's teeth.
  • Using a soft-bristled toothbrush can help prevent dental abrasion.

Translations

Translations of the word "abrasion" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abrasão

🇮🇳 घर्षण

🇩🇪 Abrieb

🇮🇩 abrasi

🇺🇦 абразія

🇵🇱 ścieranie

🇯🇵 擦り傷 (すりきず)

🇫🇷 abrasion

🇪🇸 abrasión

🇹🇷 aşındırma

🇰🇷 찰과상

🇸🇦 تآكل

🇨🇿 oděr

🇸🇰 odieraní

🇨🇳 磨损 (mósǔn)

🇸🇮 odrgnina

🇮🇸 nudd

🇰🇿 қажалу

🇬🇪 ცვეთა

🇦🇿 abraziv

🇲🇽 abrasión

Word origin

The word 'abrasion' originates from the Latin word 'abrāsiōnem', which means 'a scraping away'. The term has been used since the 17th century to describe the process of wearing away by friction. In medical contexts, it refers to skin injuries caused by rubbing or scraping. In geology, abrasion describes the erosion of rock surfaces. The dental usage of the term relates to the loss of tooth structure due to mechanical forces.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,327, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.