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abrasive
Abrasive refers to something that is rough and that is used to clean, grind, or polish. (noun)
Sand paper or SOS pads are examples of abrasives.
Abrasive describes something that is harsh or rough, often to an unpleasant degree. (adjective)
An example of abrasive is the attitude of your boss who is always short tempered and yelling at you.
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