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grate

noun
  1. a frame of iron bars to hold a fire
    grating
  2. a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air
    grating
  3. a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something
verb
  1. scratch repeatedly
    scrape
  2. make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together
    “grate one's teeth in anger”
    grind
  3. reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface
    “grate carrots and onions”
  4. gnaw into
    fret
  5. furnish with a grate
    “a grated fireplace”