verb

1. To cause (something) to become damaged, useless, or ineffective through continued use, especially hard, heavy, or careless use.

   “He wears a pair of tennis shoes out every summer.”

2. To deteriorate or become unusable or ineffective due to continued use, exposure, or strain.

   “My shoes wear out quickly now that I walk to work.”

3. To exhaust; to cause or contribute to another's exhaustion, fatigue, or weariness, as by continued strain or exertion.

   “Our physical advantage allowed us to wear the other team out and win.”

Synonyms: outwear