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Nonabrasive: meaning, definitions and examples

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nonabrasive

 

[ nɒnəˈbreɪsɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

cleaning product

Nonabrasive refers to a type of material or substance that does not cause wear or damage to surfaces through friction. It is commonly used in the context of cleaning products that are gentle enough to avoid scratching or dulling surfaces. Nonabrasive cleaners are ideal for delicate materials, such as glass, polished metals, and certain types of plastics. They provide effective cleaning without the harsh or damaging effects of abrasive materials.

Synonyms

gentle, mild, soft

Examples of usage

  • This nonabrasive cleaner is perfect for my glass countertops.
  • I prefer using nonabrasive scrubs for my stainless steel appliances.
  • Always choose a nonabrasive option for polishing your car's paint.
  • The label specifies that this product is nonabrasive and safe for wood surfaces.

Translations

Translations of the word "nonabrasive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não abrasivo

🇮🇳 गैर-घर्षक

🇩🇪 nicht abrasiv

🇮🇩 non-abrasif

🇺🇦 неабразивний

🇵🇱 nieabrazyjny

🇯🇵 非研磨性の

🇫🇷 non abrasif

🇪🇸 no abrasivo

🇹🇷 aşındırıcı olmayan

🇰🇷 비마모성의

🇸🇦 غير كاشط

🇨🇿 neabrazivní

🇸🇰 neabrazívny

🇨🇳 非磨蚀性

🇸🇮 neabraziven

🇮🇸 ekki skrapandi

🇰🇿 абразивті емес

🇬🇪 არაბრაზიული

🇦🇿 qırıcı olmayan

🇲🇽 no abrasivo

Word origin

The term 'nonabrasive' is derived from the prefix 'non-', meaning 'not', combined with the word 'abrasive', which comes from the Latin word 'abrasivus' meaning 'to scrape away'. The concept of abrasiveness has been around for centuries, describing materials that are used to grind or polish heavier surfaces through friction. As cleaning products evolved, the need for safer alternatives that wouldn’t damage delicate or polished finishes emerged, leading to the coinage of the term 'nonabrasive' in the 20th century. This term has gained popularity in the cleaning and maintenance industries, especially in marketing products that aim to attract consumers looking for gentle yet effective cleaning solutions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,278, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.