abrasion
noun
Simple meaning
A superficial wound caused by scraping.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
əbˈɹeɪʒən
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
medicine
A superficial wound caused by scraping; an area of skin where the cells on the surface have been scraped or worn away.
The act of abrading, wearing, or rubbing off; the wearing away by friction.
dentistry
The wearing away of the surface of the tooth by chewing.
An abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
An abraded, scraped, or worn area.
An act of abrasiveness.
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This meaning: The act of abrading, wearing, or rubbing off; the wearing away by friction.
An 'abrasion' is a specific type of superficial injury where the skin is scraped, often called a 'graze' or 'scrape.' It's distinct from a deeper cut or puncture wound, often resulting from friction.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where you'll really hear it
First aid instructions
“Clean the abrasion gently with soap and water to prevent infection.”
Medical reports
“The patient presented with multiple minor abrasions on their elbow.”
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Sense: superficial wound caused by scraping
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