(~s, grating, ~d)
1.
A ~ is a framework of metal bars in a fireplace, which holds the coal or wood.
A wood fire burned in the ~.
N-COUNT
2.
If you ~ food such as cheese or carrots, you rub it over a metal tool called a ~r so that the food is cut into very small pieces.
Grate the cheese into a mixing bowl.
...~d carrot.
VERB: V n, V-ed
3.
When something ~s, it rubs against something else making a harsh, unpleasant sound.
His chair ~d as he got to his feet...
The gun barrel ~d against the floor.
VERB: V, V against/on n
4.
If something such as someone’s behaviour ~s on you or ~s, it makes you feel annoyed.
His manner always ~d on me...
What truly ~s is the painful banter.
VERB: V on n, V
5.
see also grating