wear and tear

Meanings

• noun

  The gradual deterioration or damage of a surface, object, or material due to use or exposure over time.

  - "The car's paint showed signs of wear and tear after years of driving."
  - "The constant use of the chair caused wear and tear on the upholstery."

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Rhymes

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repair , repare , repairment , compare , scare

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Variants

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wear and tear , wear and tears

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Etymology

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The term 'wear and tear' is a compound phrase. 'Wear' refers to the process of becoming thinner, shorter, or less in quantity, while 'tear' refers to the process of ruining or damaging something.

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Trivia

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1. Wear and tear is a natural process that cannot be completely prevented.

2. The term 'wear and tear' first appeared in English literature in the 16th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. deterioration: The process of becoming worse or less effective over time. Deterioration can be caused by a variety of factors, including wear and tear, environmental conditions, and aging.

2. maintenance: The act of preserving or repairing something to prevent or minimize wear and tear. Regular maintenance can help extend the life of an object or system.

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Culture

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Wear and tear has been a common theme in literature, particularly in works that explore the passage of time and the effects it has on objects and people. In F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel 'The Great Gatsby', the decay of the mansion and its furnishings symbolizes the wear and tear of the American Dream.

How to Memorize "wear and tear"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a car driving down the road for many years. Visualize the paint fading, the tires wearing thin, and the upholstery becoming torn and stained.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'wear and tear' with the image of an old, worn-out pair of shoes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Wear is where things begin, and Tear is where things end' to help remember the meaning of the term.

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