Synonyms for fray

Noun

1. affray, disturbance, fray, ruffle, fight, fighting, combat, scrap

usage: a noisy fight

Verb

1. fray, frazzle, break, wear, wear out, bust, fall apart

usage: wear away by rubbing; "The friction frayed the sleeve"

2. rub, fray, fret, chafe, scratch, touch, adjoin, meet, contact

usage: cause friction; "my sweater scratches"