take measures in preparation for | make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together |
determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation | scratch repeatedly |
give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance | reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface |
give something useful or necessary to | gnaw into; make resentful or angry |
supply means of subsistence; earn a living | furnish with a grate |
mount or put up | |
make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain | |