fray (n.)

  1. a noisy fight

    [ Syn: affray , disturbance , ruffle ]

    fray (v.)

  1. wear away by rubbing; The friction frayed the sleeve

    [ Syn: frazzle ]

  2. cause friction; my sweater scratches

    [ Syn: rub , fret , chafe , scratch ]

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