Word of the day
abrasive
1. (of a substance or material) capable of polishing or cleaning a hard surface by rubbing or grinding
“the wood should be rubbed down with fine abrasive paper”
2. tending to rub or graze the skin
“the trees were abrasive to the touch”
adjective
/əˈbreɪsɪv/
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Choose the word that best fits in the phrase
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"The mechanic preferred an abrasive compound for _____ the engine surfaces."
Select three words related to abrasive
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- grating
- harsh
- gentle
- softened
Choose the phrase that uses abrasive correctly
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Find a word related to abrasive
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