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abrasive grains


Meanings
  • Noun

    Small, hard particles used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning surfaces.

    - "The sandpaper is made of abrasive grains that smooth out rough surfaces."
    - "The stone polisher used abrasive grains to create a shiny finish."

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abrasive , abrasives
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'abrasiveus', meaning 'rough or unpolished'.


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  1. The hardest natural abrasive grain is diamond.

  2. Sandpaper is named for the abrasive grains it contains, with the 'paper' part referring to the backing material.


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  1. Sandpaper: A common household item used for sanding and finishing surfaces, made of abrasive grains adhered to a flexible or rigid backing.

  2. Grinding: The process of reducing the size of solid materials by crushing, rubbing, or other means, often using abrasive grains.


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Abrasive grains have been used since ancient times for various purposes, including sharpening tools, polishing jewelry, and creating art. They have been mentioned in literature, such as in Homer's 'Odyssey' and Dante's 'Divine Comedy'.

How to Memorize "abrasive grains"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine small, sharp pebbles or grains that can scratch and smooth surfaces.

  2. associate

    - Associate abrasive grains with the feeling of roughness or the sound of sandpaper.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the phrase 'Abrasive grains make rough surfaces shine' to help remember the meaning.


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