FRETTING


Meaning of FRETTING in English

I. noun

( -s )

Etymology: Middle English freting, from freten to eat, devour, gnaw + -inge, -ing -ing — more at fret

: damage caused by rubbing, chafing, or wearing away

II. noun

( -s )

Etymology: Middle English freting, from freten, fretten to decorate with interlaced designs + -inge, -ing -ing — more at fret

: fretwork

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