frays

[US]/freɪz/
[UK]/freɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.worn or damaged edges of fabric or rope
v.to wear away or become worn at the edges

Phrases & Collocations

frays at edges

frays of fabric

frays of rope

frays in threads

frays of hair

frays of edges

frays in fabric

frays of cloth

frays of yarn

frays in seams

Example Sentences

as the fabric frays, it becomes more delicate.

the rope frays at the edges after prolonged use.

he noticed the frays in his favorite sweater.

her patience frays when dealing with difficult customers.

the frays in the carpet indicated heavy foot traffic.

over time, the edges of the canvas fray and wear out.

she tried to repair the frays in her favorite jeans.

the frays in their friendship were becoming more apparent.

the fabric frays easily if not handled properly.

he noticed the frays on his shoelaces after a long hike.

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