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grate1
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- pronunciation:
- greIt
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a frame of crossed or parallel metal bars used as a covering or guard over an opening.
The key fell out of his pocket and through the water grate in the sidewalk.- synonyms:
- grating, grid
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| definition 2: |
a frame of metal bars that holds the fuel in a furnace, stove, or fireplace.
She poked at the burning logs in the grate.- similar words:
- grating
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| related words: |
grill, lattice |
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