1. metal strips placed across the neck of a guitar or similar instrument to mark finger positions
Usage: plural
2. decorative patterns of interlaced lines
Usage: plural; architectural

1. to worry or be anxious about something
Usage: third person singular present
2. to wear away or erode by rubbing
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• She frets about her upcoming exam every night.
• The constant wind frets the rocks into strange shapes.
• The guitar’s frets help players find the right notes.
• He pressed his finger behind the third fret.
• The ancient building featured beautiful stone frets around the windows.
• Don’t fret about things you cannot control.
• Salt water frets the metal over time.