scrape vs grate

grate vs scrape

scrape and grate both are nouns.

scrape and grate both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
scrape	Yes	No	Yes	No
grate	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, scrape and grate are synonyms defined as:

scrape and grate: scratch repeatedly

scrape (noun)	grate (noun)
an indication of damage	a frame of iron bars to hold a fire
a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility)	a barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air
a harsh noise made by scraping	a harsh rasping sound made by scraping something
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off

scrape (verb)	grate (verb)
scratch repeatedly	make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together
bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of	scratch repeatedly
cut the surface of; wear away the surface of	reduce to small shreds or pulverize by rubbing against a rough or sharp perforated surface
gather (money or other resources) together over time	gnaw into; make resentful or angry
make by scraping	furnish with a grate
bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

Difference between scrape and grate

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