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Vocabulary Entry
frayed
|verb • adjective
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V
verb
To wear or tear the edges of something, causing it to become ragged.
Example Sentences
"The constant use of the old carpet frayed the edges."
"He frayed the rope to make it easier to tie knots."
"Her nerves frayed after listening to the loud music all night."
A
adjective
Having threads that are worn or unattached at the edges; ragged or worn out.
Example Sentences
"He wore a frayed shirt that had seen better days."
"The frayed curtains let in too much light."
"Her frayed jeans were a fashion statement among her friends."