wear through
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
to use (something) too much so that a hole develops in it
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I have worn through two pairs of jeans since starting these dance classes
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wear through” mean?
to use (something) too much so that a hole develops in it
Is “wear through” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.