grating — having a harsh, irritating effect on the senses
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a harsh, irritating effect on the senses
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The chalk made a grating noise against the blackboard, making all students cringe.
- His grating laugh during the horror movie was scarier than the actual ghost scenes.
- The superhero escaped through the subway grating like a modern-day ninja.
grating
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɡreɪtɪŋ/]
having a harsh, irritating effect on the senses
a person drags a metal chair across the wooden floor creating a loud scraping sound. The chair legs screech against the floor planks as sparks of irritation seem to radiate outward. The harsh noise cuts through the previously peaceful atmosphere like a knife. Multiple library visitors around nearby tables wince and cover their ears in obvious discomfort. Some readers look up from their books with annoyed expressions and furrowed brows. Others shake their heads in frustration at the disturbing interruption. a harsh, irritating effect on everyone's senses
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'cratis' meaning 'wickerwork' or 'lattice', passing through Old French 'grater' meaning 'to scrape'. The word developed from the verb 'grate' which originally meant to rub or scrape against a rough surface.
Breakdown
grat- (from Latin 'cratis' meaning lattice/scrape) + -ing (present participle suffix forming adjectives and nouns)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The chalk made a grating noise against the blackboard, making all students cringe.”
“His grating laugh during the horror movie was scarier than the actual ghost scenes.”
“The superhero escaped through the subway grating like a modern-day ninja.”
“Her boss's grating criticism made her want to quit immediately.”
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