rasp
Short definition from Wiktionary
Noun
- A coarse file or filelike tool, on which the cutting prominences are distinct points raised by the oblique stroke of a sharp punch, instead of lines raised by a chisel, as on the true file.
- The sound made by this tool when used, or any similar sound.
- The raspberry.
Verb
- To use a rasp.
- To make a noise similar to the one a rasp makes in use; to utter rasps.
- To say in a raspy voice.
- To work something with a rasp.
- To grate harshly upon; to offend by coarse or rough treatment or language.
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