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- See:
- wear
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| definition 1: |
to gradually break down or disappear due to friction or use.
The old paint had worn away.The knees of my jeans are wearing away.The inscription inside my ring is wearing away. |
| definition 2: |
to cause the gradual erosion of.
The waves are wearing away the stones on the beach. |
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