Fray ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Fray ( verb )

1. Wear or fray (a rope, fabric, or edge) by rubbing.
2. Become worn or damaged through use or wear.
3. Cause anxiety or disturbance.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french freer "to unravel", from latin frangere "to break".

Examples:

1. The rope frayed after being rubbed against the rocks.
2. The edges of the shirt frayed after many washes.
3. The nerves of the soldiers began to fray under the pressure of battle.
4. The fabric of the society began to fray under the stress of the crisis.
5. The relationship began to fray after years of disagreements.

(As a noun)

Fray ( noun )

1. Wear or fray (a rope, fabric, or edge) by rubbing.
2. Become worn or damaged through use or wear.
3. Cause anxiety or disturbance.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french freer "to unravel", from latin frangere "to break".

Examples:

1. The rope frayed after being rubbed against the rocks.
2. The edges of the shirt frayed after many washes.
3. The nerves of the soldiers began to fray under the pressure of battle.
4. The fabric of the society began to fray under the stress of the crisis.
5. The relationship began to fray after years of disagreements.