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abrasive

UK
/əˈbreɪsɪv/
US
/əˈbreɪsɪv/

Translations

abrasivenoun
abrasives
pl
UK
/əˈbreɪ.sɪv/
US
/əˈbreɪ.sɪv/
abrasifSubstance ou produit technique destiné au ponçage, au polissage ou au nettoyage.
The jeweler applied an abrasive to polish the gemstone to a brilliant shine.
Le bijoutier a appliqué un abrasif pour polir la pierre précieuse jusqu’à un éclat brillant.
Synonyms
scourer
polisher
grinder
sandpaper
emery
grit
abrasiveadjective
more abrasive
Comp.
most abrasive
Super.
UK
/əˈbreɪsɪv/
US
/əˈbreɪsɪv/
abrasifSe dit d’une matière ou d’un produit qui use une surface par frottement.
Use an abrasive pad to remove rust from the pan.
Utilisez un tampon abrasif pour enlever la rouille de la casserole.
acerbeSe dit d’un ton, de propos ou d’un comportement mordant et désagréable.
The manager's abrasive comments left the team feeling demoralized.
Les commentaires acerbes du manager ont démoralisé l'équipe.
Additional translations
abrasifSe dit d’un ton, de propos ou d’un comportement rude ou blessant.
Synonyms
harsh
grating
rough
irritating
caustic
sharp
sour
Antonyms
mild
gentle
smooth

Definitions

abrasivenoun
A substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning a hard surface.
The mechanic used an abrasive to smooth out the rough edges of the metal.
A material, often a powder or paste, used to wear away the surface of something.
The jeweler applied an abrasive to polish the gemstone to a brilliant shine.
abrasiveadjective
Capable of polishing, grinding, or wearing down a surface by friction; causing abrasion.
Use an abrasive pad to remove rust from the pan.
Harsh and rough in manner or tone.
The manager's abrasive comments left the team feeling demoralized.
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