Vocabulary Entry

fray

|verb • noun

verb

To show signs of wear or damage; to unravel or become worn.

Example Sentences

"The constant friction began to fray the edges of the carpet."

"His patience started to fray after waiting in line for hours."

"The stress of the job caused his mental health to fray."

noun

Example Sentences

"The two friends had a fray over a misunderstanding."

"The fray between the rival teams escalated during the game."

"Minor frays can be part of any competitive sport."