gnash
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/næʃ/
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/næʃ/
To clench and grind one's teeth, often because of strong emotion.
He gnashed his teeth in frustration when his car wouldn't start.
他因为汽车发动不起来而感到沮丧,咬牙切齿。
To create a harsh, grinding noise, like something rubbing against something else.
The rusty gate gnashed as it scraped against the fence.
生锈的大门在与栅栏摩擦时发出刺耳的声音。