/
əˈbreɪsɪv/
adj.
- (of a substance) capable of polishing or cleaning a hard surface by rubbing or grinding.
▸tending to rub or graze the skin.
- harsh or insensitive in manner.
n.
an abrasive substance.
Derivative
- abrasively adv.
- abrasiveness n.
Etymology
C19: from L. abras-, abradere (see abrade) + -ive.