Meaning of the word grater in English

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grater

US /ˈɡreɪ.t̬ɚ/

UK /ˈɡreɪ.t̬ɚ/

a device having a surface covered with sharp-edged holes, used for grating cheese or other foods

Example:

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She used a box grater to shred the carrots for the salad.

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Make sure to clean the grater thoroughly after use.

Synonym:

shredder rasp

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