Synonyms for Grate (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air):
grating
WordNet sense 2 (gnaw into; make resentful or angry):
fret, rankle, eat into
WordNet sense 3 (make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together):
grind
WordNet sense 4 (scratch repeatedly):
scrape
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