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rasp vs abrase

abrase vs rasp

rasp is a noun but abrase is not a noun.

rasp and abrase both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rasp Yes No Yes No
abrase No No Yes No
As verbs, abrase is a hypernym of rasp; that is, abrase is a word with a broader meaning than rasp:
  • rasp: scrape with a rasp
  • abrase: wear away
Other hypernyms of rasp include abrade, corrade, rub down, rub off.
rasp (noun) abrase (noun)
a coarse file with sharp pointed projections
uttering in an irritated tone
rasp (verb) abrase (verb)
utter in a grating voice wear away
scrape with a rasp
Difference between rasp and abrase

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