abrasive
IPA: ʌbrˈeɪsɪv
noun
- A hard inorganic substance or material consisting in powder or granule form such as sandpaper, pumice, or emery, used for cleaning, smoothing, or polishing.
- (geology) Rock fragments, sand grains, mineral particles, used by water, wind, and ice to abrade a land surface.
adjective
- Producing abrasion; rough enough to wear away the outer surface.
- Being rough and coarse in manner or disposition; overly aggressive and causing irritation.
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Examples of "abrasive" in Sentences
- The top of the rotor has an abrasive surface.
- Assertive and abrasive are not the same thing.
- The offshore environment is also corrosive and abrasive.
- I think that is the most abrasive part of the procedure.
- This boldness is not to be confused with abrasiveness or crudity.
- An abrasive material is attached with the rotating pads of the polisher.
- She is trying hard not to be negative, although her supporters remain abrasive and insulting.
- Ash can also cause long-term abrasive damage to planes that could lead to later disasters if not dealt with.