Grate

noun

/ɡɹeɪt/

Word Frequency: 1.0

Definitions

1.nounA horizontal metal grill through which water, ash, or small objects can fall, while larger objects cannot

"The grate stopped the sheep from escaping from their field."

2.nounA frame or bed, or kind of basket, of iron bars, for holding fuel while burning

3.verbTo furnish with grates; to protect with a grating or crossbars

"to grate a window"

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