fraying Meaning & Definition
/ˈfɹeɪ.ɪŋ/
What Does Fraying Mean?
Fraying is a verb that means present participle and gerund of fray. As a noun, it means Frayed material.
Fraying in Brief
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈfɹeɪ.ɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | frayings |
Fraying Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of fray
Fraying as a Noun
- Frayed material.
Any frayings of rope should be removed.
- The skin which a deer frays from its horns.
Verb
- To (cause to) unravel; used particularly for the edge of something made of cloth, or the end of a rope.
The ribbon frayed at the cut end.
- To cause exhaustion, wear out (a person's mental strength).
The hectic day ended in frayed nerves. (Metaphorical use; nerves are visualised as strings)
- Frighten; alarm
- To bear the expense of; to defray.
- To rub.
Synonyms of Fraying
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Fraying synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Fraying
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Fraying in a Sentence
Any frayings of rope should be removed.
The ribbon frayed at the cut end.
The hectic day ended in frayed nerves. (Metaphorical use; nerves are visualised as strings)
Word Forms & Grammar
fraying
fraying (plural frayings)
Words That Rhyme With Fraying
Fraying Pronunciation
Fraying is pronounced //ˈfɹeɪ.ɪŋ// and has 1 syllable.