Grating

/ɡɹˈe‍ɪtɪŋ/

/ˈɡɹeɪtɪŋ/

Grating

NOUN

a grid-like structure made of bars or slats, used for flooring, ventilation, or safety purposes

a frame of iron bars to hold a fire

optical device consisting of a surface with many parallel grooves in it; disperses a beam of light (or other electromagnetic radiation) into its wavelengths to produce its spectrum

grating

ADJECTIVE

having a harsh, irritating, or unpleasant sound

Example

The grating noise of the metal door hinges echoed through the empty hallway.

The rhythmic grating of the chains against the metal pole created an irritating and monotonous soundtrack.

A distinctive and grating noise filled the air as the Styrofoam pieces rubbed against each other.

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