Meaning Of The Word Wear down

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What's The Definition Of Wear down?

wear down
phrasal verb: If you wear something down or if it wears down, it becomes flatter or smoother as a result of constantly rubbing against something else.

wear down in American English
to make or become worn; lose or cause to lose thickness or height by use, friction, etc.
to reduce or impair by long wearing

wear down in British English
to consume or be consumed by long or constant wearing, rubbing, etc

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