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frayed

|frayed|

/freɪd/

(fray)

wear and conflict

Base Form	Plural	Present	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
fray	frays	frays	frays	frayed	frayed	fraying

Etymology

Etymology Information

'fray' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'fraien,' where 'fraien' meant 'to rub or wear away.'

Historical Evolution

'fraien' transformed into the modern English word 'fray' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to rub or wear away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'worn at the edges.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'fray'.

The rope frayed after years of use.

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Adjective 1

worn at the edges, typically through constant rubbing or use.

The frayed edges of the old book gave it a vintage look.

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Last updated: 2025/01/14 08:46