grater

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun utensil with sharp perforations for shredding foods (as vegetables or cheese)

Etymology

From Old French grateor. See grate. By surface analysis, grate (“to scrape, etc.”) + -er.

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