Fret Definition
fret
noun
- agitation resulting from active worry; "don't get in a stew"; "he's in a sweat about exams"
- a spot that has been worn away by abrasion or erosion
- an ornamental pattern consisting of repeated vertical and horizontal lines (often in relief); "there was a simple fret at the top of the walls"
- 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
verb
- worry unnecessarily or excessively; "don't fuss too much over the grandchildren--they are quite big now"
- be agitated or irritated; "don't fret over these small details"
- provide (a musical instrument) with frets; "fret a guitar"
- become or make sore by or as if by rubbing
- cause annoyance in
- gnaw into; make resentful or angry; "The injustice rankled her"; "his resentment festered"
- carve a pattern into
- decorate with an interlaced design
- be too tight; rub or press; "This neckband is choking the cat"
- cause friction; "my sweater scratches"
- remove soil or rock; "Rain eroded the terraces"
- wear away or erode
"Fret" in song lyrics
See how fret is used in real songs:
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"Get ready and jet, cause I'm a threat to your fret"
Black Moon — Who Got Da Props? -
"But I'll let you go, there's no need to fret"
Chill Rob G — Wild Pitch (KDAY Remix) -
"you can't sweat, thats wet, you fret"
The CMC's — Eternity
Words that rhyme with fret
Usage tips for "fret"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fret" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fret to find words that pair well.