grate
//ɡreɪt//
Verb
grateInfinitive
gratePresent tense
gratedPast tense
gratedPast participle
gratingPresent participle
gratesThird-person singular
1
To reduce food to small shreds by rubbing it against a rough or sharp surface.
Grate the cheese and sprinkle it over the pasta.
2
To make an unpleasant harsh sound by rubbing against something.
The rusty gate grated as it swung open.
3
To irritate or annoy someone.
His constant complaining really grates on me.
Noun
1
A metal frame with bars used to hold fuel in a fireplace.
He placed the logs on the grate and lit the fire.
2
A framework of metal bars used as a cover or guard.
The window had a metal grate for security.