Fray
/frˈeɪ/
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Definition
(verb) To rub or wear away (something); to cause (something made of strands twisted or woven together, such as cloth or rope) to unravel through friction; also, to irritate (something) through chafing or rubbing; to chafe.
Sentence Examples
All this bickering is starting to fray my nerves.
CEFR Practice Quiz
After years of constant use, the edges of the old carpet began to ____ and look very worn.