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grate - Dictionary definition and meaning for grate

GRATE

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  • (noun) a frame of iron bars to hold a fire

    synonyms : grating
  • (noun) a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air

    synonyms : grating
  • (noun) a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something

  • (verb) scratch repeatedly

    "The cat scraped at the armchair"

    synonyms : scrape
  • (verb) make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together

    "grate one's teeth in anger"

    synonyms : grind
  • (verb) reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface

    "grate carrots and onions", "grate nutmeg"

  • (verb) gnaw into; make resentful or angry

    "The injustice rankled her", "his resentment festered"

    synonyms : eat into , fret , rankle
  • (verb) furnish with a grate

    "a grated fireplace"

WordNet® 3.0, © 2006 by Princeton University.

Mnemonics for grate

  • (Tag: ) ( when u win any compitetion then ppl say the word.. "GREAT." which is grate.. they actually shout out loud.. making an harsh noice..)

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  • (Tag: ) the old GATE makes a harsh grating sound every time it is opened and shut.

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  • (Tag: English) Sounds like "crate" which is a large box to hold things.

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