Frayed and Galled

Frayed

Frayed adjective - Worn or torn into or as if into rags.

Galled and frayed are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Galled" instead a verb "Frayed".

Nearby Words: fray, fraying

Galled

Galled adjective - Subjected to and reacting with irritation.

Frayed and galled are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Frayed" instead a verb "Galled".

Nearby Words: gall, galling
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