abrasive
BrE /ˈabrəsɪv/ AmE /ˈæbrəsɪv/
adjective en → es
having a rough surface that wears down other surfaces
abrasivo, rugoso
- an abrasive surface
Collocations abrasive paper · abrasive cleaner
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The floor was covered with an abrasive material.
El suelo estaba cubierto con un material abrasivo.
tending to upset or annoy people because of being rude and unfriendly
crítico, desagradable
- an abrasive personality
Collocations abrasive comments · abrasive attitude
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Her abrasive manner put everyone on edge.
Su manera abrasiva puso a todos en tensión.