fraying

English

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈfɹeɪ.ɪŋ/

Verb

fraying

1. present participle of fray

Noun

fraying (plural frayings)

1. Frayed material.

   Any frayings of rope should be removed.

2. The skin which a deer frays from its horns.
   • Template:RQ:Jonson The Sad Shepherd

     For by his slot , his entries , and his port , His frayings , fewmets , he doth promise sport

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