1. Noun
The act of rubbing together; friction; the act of wearing by friction, or by rubbing substances together; abrasion.
2. Noun
The state of being worn.
3. Noun
Grief for sin arising only from fear of punishment or feelings of shame. See Contrition.
4. Noun
sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
5. Noun
the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice
Vocabulary classified under Nature and environment
6. Noun
erosion by friction
Vocabulary classified under Nature and environment
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