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Meaning of frayed
The primary meaning of the word "frayed" is to become or make something worn and damaged, especially at the edges.
Etymology of frayed
The word "frayed" originated from the Old French word "fraier", which means "to rub" or "to wear away", and is related to the Latin word "fricare", which means "to rub".
Historically, the word "frayed" has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of wearing away or damaging something, especially fabric or rope.
Synonyms
tattered
worn
frayed
threadbare
ragged
torn
shredded
damaged
deteriorated
weakened
strained
stretched
overused
exhausted
depleted
faded
worn out
deteriorated
crumbling
disintegrating
unraveling
unspun
loose
fragile
brittle
breakable
splintered
fragmented
disjointed
separated
disconnected
severed
cut
slashed
gashed
ripped
split
cracked
faulty
defective
imperfect
flawed
blemished
impaired
marred
spoiled
ruined
frangible
fissured
cleft
breached
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "frayed" as (of a fabric or rope) become worn and damaged, especially at the edges, or (of a person's nerves or temper) become strained or weakened.
- It can also refer to the act of becoming or making something worn and damaged, especially at the edges.
Usage Examples
- The rope was frayed and worn from years of use.
- Her nerves were frayed from lack of sleep and too much stress.
- The fabric of the shirt was frayed at the edges, giving it a worn and tired look.