wear off

wear off - Dictionary definition and meaning for word wear off

Definition
(verb) deteriorate through use or stress
Synonyms : wear , wear down , wear out , wear thin
Example Sentence
  • The constant friction wore out the cloth
Definition
(verb) diminish, as by friction
Synonyms : wear away
Example Sentence
  • Erosion wore away the surface

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