fray

UK
/freɪ/
US
/freɪ/

Traducciones

fraynoun
frays
pl
UK
/freɪ/
US
/freɪ/
The fray in the bar was quickly broken up by the security.
Драка в баре была быстро прекращена охраной.
He joined the fray to support his team.
Он присоединился к схватке, чтобы поддержать свою команду.
Traducciones adicionales
frayverb
frayed
Past Simple
frayed
Past Participle
fraying
Gerund
UK
/freɪ/
US
/freɪ/
The constant noise started to fray his nerves.
Постоянный шум начал раздражать его нервы.
The fabric began to fray at the edges.
Ткань начала изнашиваться по краям.

Definiciones

fraynoun
A situation of intense activity, typically one involving conflict or competition.
The political fray was heating up as the election day approached.
A fight, battle, or skirmish.
The soldiers were eager to join the fray and prove their bravery.
An unravelled or worn spot on fabric; a place where material has frayed.
The cuffs showed a nasty fray where the threads had come loose.
frayverb
To wear away or unravel the edge of a fabric or rope through constant rubbing or strain.
The rope began to fray after being used for several months.
To become strained or stressed, often leading to a breakdown in composure or patience.
As the deadline approached, her nerves began to fray.
(Archaic) To frighten or alarm.
The sudden cry in the dark would fray even the bravest soul.