fret (Meaning)
fret (n)
agitation resulting from active worry
a spot that has been worn away by abrasion or erosion
an ornamental pattern consisting of repeated vertical and horizontal lines (often in relief)
a small bar of metal across the fingerboard of a musical instrument; when the string is stopped by a finger at the metal bar it will produce a note of the desired pitch
fret (v)
worry unnecessarily or excessively
be agitated or irritated
provide (a musical instrument) with frets
become or make sore by or as if by rubbing
cause annoyance in
gnaw into; make resentful or angry
carve a pattern into
decorate with an interlaced design
be too tight; rub or press
cause friction
remove soil or rock
wear away or erode
fret (n.)
See 1st Frith.
The agitation of the surface of a fluid by fermentation or other cause; a rippling on the surface of water.
Agitation of mind marked by complaint and impatience; disturbance of temper; irritation; as, he keeps his mind in a continual fret.
Herpes; tetter.
The worn sides of river banks, where ores, or stones containing them, accumulate by being washed down from the hills, and thus indicate to the miners the locality of the veins.
Ornamental work in relief, as carving or embossing. See Fretwork.
An ornament consisting of smmall fillets or slats intersecting each other or bent at right angles, as in classical designs, or at obilique angles, as often in Oriental art.
The reticulated headdress or net, made of gold or silver wire, in which ladies in the Middle Ages confined their hair.
A saltire interlaced with a mascle.
A short piece of wire, or other material fixed across the finger board of a guitar or a similar instrument, to indicate where the finger is to be placed.
fret (v. t.)
To devour.
To rub; to wear away by friction; to chafe; to gall; hence, to eat away; to gnaw; as, to fret cloth; to fret a piece of gold or other metal; a worm frets the plants of a ship.
To impair; to wear away; to diminish.
To make rough, agitate, or disturb; to cause to ripple; as, to fret the surface of water.
To tease; to irritate; to vex.
To ornament with raised work; to variegate; to diversify.
To furnish with frets, as an instrument of music.
fret (v. i.)
To be worn away; to chafe; to fray; as, a wristband frets on the edges.
To eat in; to make way by corrosion.
To be agitated; to be in violent commotion; to rankle; as, rancor frets in the malignant breast.
To be vexed; to be chafed or irritated; to be angry; to utter peevish expressions.
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fret Sentence Examples
- The guitarist's fingers fretted the strings with precision, producing a mesmerizing melody.
- The jeweler used a tiny fret saw to meticulously cut intricate designs into the precious metal.
- The anxious student fretted over the upcoming exam, pacing around the room restlessly.
- The fretted ceiling of the grand hall echoed with the laughter and chatter of guests.
- The carpenter carefully fretted the edges of the wooden beam to ensure a secure fit.
- The fretful bird bounced between branches, its feathers ruffled with worry.
- The concertmaster's fretted expression revealed his anxiety before the performance.
- The historian fretted over the fragile parchment, handling it with utmost care.
- The fretted silver filigree adorned the antique necklace, adding an intricate touch of elegance.
- The chess player fretted over his next move, contemplating his options carefully.
FAQs About the word fret
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The guitarist's fingers fretted the strings with precision, producing a mesmerizing melody.
The jeweler used a tiny fret saw to meticulously cut intricate designs into the precious metal.
The anxious student fretted over the upcoming exam, pacing around the room restlessly.
The fretted ceiling of the grand hall echoed with the laughter and chatter of guests.
