Pronunciation: /ɡreɪt/
noun a frame of metal bars for holding fuel when burning, as in a fireplace, furnace, or stove
A1 I use a cheese grate to shred cheese for my pasta.
A2 The metal grate on the sidewalk was rusty and old.
B1 The grate on the fireplace kept the embers from flying out.
B2 The sound of the grate being dragged across the floor was deafening.
C1 The grate of the prison cell window was the only connection to the outside world.
C2 The intricate design of the metal grate in the cathedral was a work of art.
verb to reduce something to small particles by rubbing it against a rough surface or to annoy or irritate someone
A1 I grate cheese to put on top of my pasta.
A2 She grates carrots to add to her salad.
B1 The chef grated some lemon zest into the sauce for extra flavor.
B2 He gratefully accepted the award for his hard work.
C1 The sound of the metal grating against the pavement was deafening.
C2 She was able to gratefully acknowledge the support of her team in achieving success.
formal She used a cheese grate to finely shred the Parmesan for the pasta dish.
informal I'll grate some fresh ginger into the stir-fry for extra flavor.
slang I can't stand him, he really grates on my nerves.
figurative The constant noise of the construction next door grated on her patience.
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