Meaning of wear away in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    wear away

    Definitions

    1. cut away in small pieces
  2. 2. diminish, as by friction

    Examples

    • « Erosion wore away the surface »
  3. 3. become ground down or deteriorate

    Examples

    • « Her confidence eroded »

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