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grate
verb(grate)
gnaw into; make resentful or angry
Synonyms: eat into, fret, rankle,
grate
verb(grate)
scratch repeatedly
Synonyms: scrape,
grate
verb(grate)
make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together
Synonyms: grind,
Examples:
Grate one's teeth in anger.
grate
noun(grate)
a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air
Synonyms: grating,
grate
noun(grate)
a frame of iron bars to hold a fire
Synonyms: grating,
grate
noun(grate)
a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something
grate
verb(grate)
furnish with a grate
Examples:
A grated fireplace.
grate
verb(grate)
reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface
Examples:
Grate carrots and onions.
Grate nutmeg.

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