1. (

• fray ,
• frazzle

) wear away by rubbing; "The friction frayed the sleeve" ;

2. (

• rub ,
• fray ,
• fret ,
• chafe ,
• scratch ,

) cause friction; "my sweater scratches" ;

1. (

• frayed ,

) worn away or tattered along the edges; "frayed cuffs" ;