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grate

verbnoun /greɪt/ 1 syllables 5 letters Scrabble 6 WWF 7
Definitions
verb

gnaw into; make resentful or angry

verb

scratch repeatedly

verb

make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together

“grate one's teeth in anger”

noun

a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air

noun

a frame of iron bars to hold a fire

noun

a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something

verb

furnish with a grate

“a grated fireplace”

verb

reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface

“grate carrots and onions”

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