Meaning of wear off in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    wear off

    Definitions

    1. deteriorate through use or stress

    Examples

    • « The constant friction wore out the cloth »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. diminish, as by friction

    Examples

    • « Erosion wore away the surface »

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