abrasives
n. B2 Upper Intermediate US //əˈbɹeɪsɪvz// UK //ɐbɹˈeɪsɪvz// abra·sives
n. materials that are used to wear away or polish a surface. You find them in sandpaper, grinding wheels, and cleaning products.
n. substances or materials used to wear away or polish a surface through friction. Often refers to the granular particles themselves or the tools they are embedded in.
The mechanic used fine abrasives to polish the car's paint.
Industrial abrasives are essential for manufacturing processes that require precise shaping or smoothing of metal parts.
The choice of abrasives depends on the hardness of the material being worked on and the desired finish, ranging from coarse grits for heavy-duty grinding to ultra-fine powders for delicate polishing.