Synonyms of fray

Noun


1. affray, disturbance, fray, ruffle, fight, fighting, combat, scrap

usage: a noisy fight

Verb


1. fray, frazzle, break, wear, wear out, bust, fall apart

usage: wear away by rubbing; "The friction frayed the sleeve"

2. rub, fray, fret, chafe, scratch, touch, adjoin, meet, contact

usage: cause friction; "my sweater scratches"

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Definition and meaning of fray (Dictionary)