Abrasion/əˈbreɪʒn/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Minor Injury Refers to a superficial wound, often encountered in daily activities. She treated the abrasion on her arm with a bandage. Pro Tip 2/3Casual Usage Commonly used in everyday language when discussing small injuries. Cycling gloves can help prevent hand abrasions. Pro Tip 3/3Not Severe An abrasion is less severe than a laceration or a deep cut. The fall caused an abrasion, not a deep wound.