noun
- plural of fraying; instances or areas where fabric, rope, or other material becomes worn and separates into threads or fibers
Usage: typically used in contexts involving textiles, clothing, or rope
Examples
- The frayings along the hem of the old curtain showed years of wear.
- She noticed frayings at the edges of the rope after it had been stored in the damp basement.
- The tailor trimmed the frayings on the jacket sleeves before hemming them.
- Frayings on the cuffs of his work shirt indicated heavy use.
- To prevent frayings, she sealed the cut edges of the fabric with a special binding.