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FRAY

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Fray.

How to pronounce fray:

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Fray - as a noun

A noisy fight

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affray15disturbance16ruffle12

Fray - as a verb

Wear away by rubbing

Example: "The friction frayed the sleeve"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
frazzle28

Cause friction

Example: "My sweater scratches"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chafe13fret7rub5scratch14

Example Sentences

"The soldier's jacket was torn and tattered after spending days in the fray of battle."
"The torn frays of fabric hung from the hem of her dress."
"There was a visible fray in the carpet where the cats had been scratching."
"The fray of people in the shopping mall made it difficult to navigate through the crowd."
"After multiple washes, the old towel started to show signs of fray along the edges."
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Word Game Points

Is FRAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fray is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FRAY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is FRAY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fray is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FRAY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is FRAY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fray is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FRAY has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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