intransitive verb
Definition: To produce a rough, harsh sound by scraping or grinding something.
Example: The metal grates against the stone, creating a loud noise.
noun
Definition: A metal framework used to hold fuel or food in a stove, furnace, or fireplace, or a structure of bars that blocks an opening.
Example: The chef placed the fish on the grate to cook it evenly over the fire.
transitive verb
Definition: To rub something against a rough surface to break it into small pieces or to make a harsh sound.
Example: She decided to grate the cheese for the pasta dish.