Langimage
English

abrader

|a/brad/er|

C1

🇺🇸

/əˈbreɪdər/

🇬🇧

/əˈbreɪdə/

tool for abrading

Etymology
Etymology Information

'abrader' originates from the Latin word 'abradere,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'radere' meant 'to scrape.'

Historical Evolution

'abradere' transformed into the French word 'abrader,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abrader' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to scrape away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a tool for abrading.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a tool or device used for abrading, which means to wear down or rub away by friction.

The technician used an abrader to smooth the rough edges of the metal.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/02/14 10:31