grating

AdjectiveNoun

Meanings

Adjective

Irritating or unpleasant to the ear, especially when describing a sound or a voice.

"The sound of the metal chair scraping across the floor was grating."

Adjective

Irritating or annoying to one's nerves or patience.

"His smug tone of voice became increasingly grating as the argument continued."

Noun

A framework of parallel or crossed bars of metal or other hard material used as a cover for a drain or a vent.

"The worker lifted the heavy iron grating to clear the blockage in the sewer."

Noun

A device consisting of a perforated surface used for shredding food into small pieces.

"She used a box grating to prepare the carrots for the salad."

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