Meaning & Definition of word "Grating"
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Grating
/ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. A framework of bars or a grid used to cover an opening.
- Example: The grating on the sewer cover needed to be replaced after years of wear.
- 2. Material or an object that is coarse or raspy.
- Example: The chef used a grating of cheese to season the pasta dish.
adjective:
- 1. Causing irritation or annoyance; harsh or discordant in sound.
- Example: The grating sound of the metal scraping against the floor was unbearable.
- 2. Having a harsh, rasping, or irritating quality.
- Example: Her grating voice made it difficult to concentrate on the lecture.
Etymology
From Middle English 'graten', related to Old French 'grater'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grating on my nerves:
Causing irritation or annoyance.
Related Words
grate:
To shred food into small pieces using a grater.
grater:
A kitchen tool with sharp-edged holes for shredding food.
gratingly:
In a manner that causes irritation or annoyance.
Slang Meanings of grating
Meaning: Annoying or bothersome.
Example Sentence: That grating attitude really gets on my nerves.
Meaning: Referring to an unpleasant sound.
Example Sentence: His music choice is so grating; I can't listen to it.