Usually means: Wear away by scraping, friction.
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Definitions from Wiktionary (abrase)

▸ adjective:  (obsolete) Rubbed smooth or blank.
▸ verb:  (transitive) To wear down; rub clean; smoothen; abrade.

Similar:
abrade, corrade, rub down, rub off, abated, abrogate, rubbled, erased, abland, obliterate, more...

Opposite:
polish, smooth, refine, buff, shine

Types:
sandpaper, grit, emery cloth, steel wool, more...



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Similar:
abrade, corrade, rub down, rub off, abated, abrogate, rubbled, erased, abland, obliterate, more...

Opposite:
polish, smooth, refine, buff, shine

Types:
sandpaper, grit, emery cloth, steel wool, more...



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