grating
US /ˈɡreɪ.t̬ɪŋ/
UK /ˈɡreɪ.t̬ɪŋ/
1.
grille, treillis
a framework of parallel or crossed bars, typically found over a drain or covering a window or opening.
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The old iron grating covered the storm drain.
La vieille grille en fer recouvrait le drain pluvial.
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He peered through the narrow grating into the cellar.
Il jeta un coup d'œil à travers la grille étroite dans la cave.
1.
strident, désagréable
sounding harsh and unpleasant; irritating.
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The constant squeaking of the old door was quite grating.
Le grincement constant de la vieille porte était assez désagréable.
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His high-pitched voice had a grating quality.
Sa voix aiguë avait une qualité stridente.