Grate (band) definition

(1) A frame of iron bars to hold a fire

(2) A barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air

(3) A harsh rasping sound made by scraping something

(4) Scratch repeatedly

"The cat scraped at the armchair"

(5) Make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together

"Grate one's teeth in anger"

(6) Reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface

"Grate carrots and onions"

"Grate nutmeg"

(7) Gnaw into; make resentful or angry

"The injustice rankled her"

"His resentment festered"

(8) Furnish with a grate

"A grated fireplace"