Grille ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Grille ( noun )

1. A decorative metal screen, as for a radiator or a door.
2. A metal frame for a radiator, ventilator, etc.
3. A metal frame for the front of an automobile or truck, usually containing openings for air intake and radiator air-outlet.

Origin:

French, from old french greille, from medieval latin craticula; akin to latin cratis wickerwork.

Examples:

1. The grille on the front of the car was damaged in the accident.
2. The radiator grille was designed to keep debris out of the engine compartment.
3. He removed the grille from the vent to clean it.
4. The grille of the old truck was rusted and dented.
5. The ornate grille on the front of the building was made of wrought iron.

(As a verb)

Grille ( verb )

1. A decorative metal screen, as for a radiator or a door.
2. A metal frame for a radiator, ventilator, etc.
3. A metal frame for the front of an automobile or truck, usually containing openings for air intake and radiator air-outlet.

Origin:

French, from old french greille, from medieval latin craticula; akin to latin cratis wickerwork.

Examples:

1. The grille on the front of the car was damaged in the accident.
2. The radiator grille was designed to keep debris out of the engine compartment.
3. He removed the grille from the vent to clean it.
4. The grille of the old truck was rusted and dented.
5. The ornate grille on the front of the building was made of wrought iron.