Clues for the word "GRATING"
We've had 16 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 14 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Evening Standard Quick crossword on July 31, 2024.
Definition of grating
- p. pr. &. vb. n. - of Grate
- n. - A partition, covering, or frame of parallel or cross bars; a latticework resembling a window grate; as, the grating of a prison or convent.
- n. - A system of close equidistant and parallel lines lines or bars, especially lines ruled on a polished surface, used for producing spectra by diffraction; -- called also diffraction grating.
- n. - The strong wooden lattice used to cover a hatch, admitting light and air; also, a movable Lattice used for the flooring of boats.
- a. - That grates; making a harsh sound; harsh.
- n. - A harsh sound caused by attrition.
Referring Clues
- Annoying
- Old pawnshop feature
- Danger for wearers of high-heel shoes
- Rubbing the wrong way
- Strident
- Discordant
- Annoying and aggravating
- Frame of bars supporting a fire
- Harsh
- Harsh - framework of crossed bars
- Rasping - grille
- Harsh covering for gully
- Irritating - framework of bars
- Note counting is so tiresome!
- Grille
- Preparing, as pizza cheese
Last Seen In
- Evening Standard Quick - July 31, 2024
- Guardian Quick - May 23, 2016
- Universal - March 15, 2016
- USA Today - November 04, 2015
- Guardian Quick - January 28, 2013
- King Syndicate - Premier Sunday - October 07, 2012
- New York Times - March 22, 2012
- Guardian Quick - August 29, 2010
- Guardian Quick - June 04, 2009
- Guardian Quick - February 20, 2008
- LA Times - April 23, 2006
- Guardian Cryptic - November 16, 2004
- Guardian Cryptic - June 04, 2001
- Washington Post - June 17, 2000