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Meaning of the word "grate on" in English

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grate on

US /ɡreɪt ɑːn/

UK /ɡreɪt ɒn/

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Phrasal Verb

to annoy or irritate someone

Example:

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His constant complaining really grates on my nerves.

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The sound of chalk on a blackboard grates on some people.

Synonym:

annoy irritate bother gall fret

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Related Word:

grateful grate grating