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- pronunciation:
- grIt
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
tiny abrasive particles, as of sand.
The quarry workers were covered with grit.Bits of grit still remained in the spinach after washing.- similar words:
- gravel, sand
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definition 2: |
hardiness of character; indomitable spirit.
The firefighters displayed their grit and determination fighting this fire.- synonyms:
- backbone, guts, hardiness, mettle, moxie, pluck
- antonyms:
- faintheartedness
- similar words:
- courage, gumption, nerve, resolution, spirit, stamina, strength, tenacity
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definition 3: |
a coarse-grained sandstone used to make grindstones.
- similar words:
- sandstone
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definition 4: |
the texture or abrasive power of a surface used in grinding or sanding.
- synonyms:
- abrasiveness
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related words: |
audacity, daring, decision, fight, mettle, prowess, texture, will |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
grits, gritting, gritted |
definition 1: |
to clamp and grind (the teeth) together.
She gritted her teeth as the nurse stitched the wound.- synonyms:
- gnash, grind
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definition 2: |
to treat with grit; abrade.
- synonyms:
- sand
- similar words:
- abrade, grind
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related words: |
bite, clench, scrape |
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part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
definition: |
to make a grating or grinding noise, as if by scratching with grit.
- similar words:
- grate
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related words: |
scrape |
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