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rasp Definition and Meaning in English (rasp definition)

noun
Synonyms:filegratescrape
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Rasp definition: A coarse file with sharp, pointed teeth, used for shaping wood or other soft materials.

Definitions of Rasp

  1. 1noun

    A coarse file with sharp, pointed teeth, used for shaping wood or other soft materials.

  2. 2verb

    To scrape or abrade something with a rough instrument, or to make a harsh, grating sound.

Example Sentences

casual

“He used a rasp to smooth the rough edges of the wooden sculpture.”

casual

“Her voice had a rasp after shouting for hours.”

casual

“The old engine started with a loud rasp.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenserasped
present participlerasping
agent nounrasper
adjectiveraspy

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Rasp definition: A coarse file with sharp, pointed teeth, used for shaping wood or other soft materials.
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