(of a substance or material) capable of polishing or cleaning a hard surface by rubbing or grinding

the wood should be rubbed down with fine abrasive paper

don't use abrasive kitchen cleaners

showing little concern for the feelings of others; harsh

he acknowledged that he was at times abrasive toward staff

her abrasive and arrogant personal style won her few friends

a substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning a hard surface

the refrigerator is easily damaged by abrasives