abrasive

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abrasive in WordNet English dictionary

noun

a substance that abrades or wears down
abrasive abradant abrasive material

adjective

sharply disagreeable; rigorous
"the harsh facts of court delays"; "an abrasive character"
harsh abrasive
causing abrasion
abrasive scratchy

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