单词 | grate |
释义 | grate 1. v.   1. tr. reduce to small particles by rubbing on a serrated surface.   2. intr. (often foll. by against, on) rub with a harsh scraping sound.   3. tr. utter in a harsh tone.   4. intr. (often foll. by on) a sound harshly or discordantly. b have an irritating effect.   5. tr. grind (one's teeth).   6. intr. (of a hinge etc.) creak. Etymology: ME f. OF grater ult. f. WG 2. n.   1. the recess of a fireplace or furnace.   2. a metal frame confining fuel in a grate. Etymology: ME, = grating f. OF ult. f. L cratis hurdle |
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