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abrasion

noun

ə-ˈbrā-zhən

Definition of abrasion

as in bruise

an area of skin roughened or worn away by harsh rubbing against another surface walked away from the auto accident with only minor abrasions

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Recent Examples of abrasion Detectives noted that there were no marks or abrasions on her neck, the warrant affidavit said. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026 The number one safety tip is to not add boiling water to the foot bath, resulting in burns or abrasions to the feet. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Aug. 2026 The man had minor abrasions and was taken to an area hospital for evaluation and treatment. — Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 15 Aug. 2026 Designed to be abrasion and tear-resistant, these are shorts made for the long haul. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for abrasion

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bruise

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Worth noting Right fielder Jung Hoo Lee was scratched from Wednesday’s lineup due to a right elbow bruise.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026
One of the book’s more memorable revelations details a physical altercation with his brother that Harry claimed left him with cuts and bruises.

— Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026

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