Definition of Abrasion

a spot or area that has been scraped or harshly rubbed

Examples of Abrasion in a sentence

When the little boy fell off his bike, his only injury was a small abrasion on his right leg.  🔊

The abrasion on Jim’s face is from a car accident.  🔊

To prevent infection, I will put antiseptic cream on the abrasion.  🔊

Some of the debris from the explosion flew into Janet’s left eye and caused a corneal abrasion.  🔊

Because Andrew did not properly treat the abrasion, an unattractive scar formed on his hand.  🔊

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