The definition of abrade means to wear away the surface of something or make something rougher, often by using friction. An example of abrade is the erosion of rocks on a coast line from water continually beating on them. To wear down, rub away, or scrape by friction. Water that abraded the canyon walls.

What does abrade mean?

1a : to rub or wear away especially by friction : erode. b : to irritate or roughen by rubbing. 2 : to wear down in spirit : irritate, weary. intransitive verb. : to undergo abrasion.

How do you use abrade in a sentence?

1. Much of the skin on her arm was abraded. 2. My skin was abraded and very tender.