Grating ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Grating ( noun )

1. A framework of parallel or crossed bars, used for various purposes such as separating rooms, catching debris, or allowing ventilation.
2. A harsh, unpleasant sound.

Origin:

From middle english grating, from old english græting ("a grating, grate"), from grætan ("to grate"), from proto-germanic *gratijaną ("to grate"), from proto-indo-european *gret- ("to scrape, scratc.h")

Examples:

1. He climbed up the ladder to look through the grating at the stars.
2. The grating on the drain was clogged with debris.
3. The sound of nails on a chalkboard is grating to the ears.
4. The grating on the window allowed fresh air to circulate.
5. The grating of the old door as it opened made everyone jump.

(As a verb)

Grating ( verb )

1. A framework of parallel or crossed bars, used for various purposes such as separating rooms, catching debris, or allowing ventilation.
2. A harsh, unpleasant sound.

Origin:

From middle english grating, from old english græting ("a grating, grate"), from grætan ("to grate"), from proto-germanic *gratijaną ("to grate"), from proto-indo-european *gret- ("to scrape, scratc.h")

Examples:

1. He climbed up the ladder to look through the grating at the stars.
2. The grating on the drain was clogged with debris.
3. The sound of nails on a chalkboard is grating to the ears.
4. The grating on the window allowed fresh air to circulate.
5. The grating of the old door as it opened made everyone jump.