Also means
worn out
Usage Note
abgenutzt is the past participle of abnutzen used adjectivally for things worn down by use, like abgenutzte Reifen (worn tyres) or steps. It implies gradual erosion through repeated handling rather than sudden damage.
Examples
"Die abgenutzten Stufen knarrten unter jedem Schritt."
Natural Translation
The worn steps creaked under every step.
Literal Translation
The worn steps creaked under each step.
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