grate
- n a frame of iron bars to hold a fire
- n a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something
- n a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air
- v furnish with a grate
a grated fireplace - v gnaw into; make resentful or angry
- v reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface
grate carrots and onions
grate nutmeg - v make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together
grate one's teeth in anger - v scratch repeatedly
grater
- n utensil with sharp perforations for shredding foods (as vegetables or cheese)
graticule
- n a network of fine lines, dots, cross hairs, or wires in the focal plane of the eyepiece of an optical instrument
gratification
- n state of being gratified or satisfied
dull repetitious work gives no gratification
to my immense gratification he arrived on time - n the act or an instance of satisfying
gratitude
- n a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
he was overwhelmed with gratitude for their help
gratuity
- n a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter)
- n an award (as for meritorious service) given without claim or obligation
grave accent
- n a mark (`) placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation
grave mound
- n (archeology) a heap of earth placed over prehistoric tombs