Meaning Of The Word Grate

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What's The Definition Of Grate?

grate
countable noun: A grate is a framework of metal bars in a fireplace, which holds the coal or wood.

grate in American English 1
to grind into shreds or particles by rubbing or scraping
to grind or rub with a harsh scraping or rasping sound
noun: a frame of metal bars for holding fuel when burning, as in a fireplace, furnace, or stove
transitive verb: to furnish with a grate or grates

grate in American English 2
grating1 (sense 1)
to provide with a grate
intransitive verb: to have an irritating or unpleasant effect
transitive verb: to reduce to small particles by rubbing against a rough surface or a surface with many sharp-edged openings

grate in British English 1
noun: a harsh rasping sound
verb: to reduce to small shreds by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface

grate in British English 2
noun: a framework of metal bars for holding fuel in a fireplace, stove, or furnace
verb: to provide with a grate or grates

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