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
v gnaw into; make resentful or angry
v reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface
v make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together
v scratch repeatedly
