grating
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/ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/
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/ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/
noun
R
A metal structure with bars used to cover openings.
The entrance to the drain is covered by a heavy iron grating.
adjective
R
A sound that is harsh and unpleasant to hear.
The sound of his grating voice complaining all day was driving me crazy.
translation
A metal structure with bars used to cover openings.
A sound that is harsh and unpleasant to hear.
Word Forms
Plural
gratings