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Grate

usgb/ɡreɪt/Volume
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Kitchen Context

Grate is often used for preparing food, usually as a step in cooking recipes.

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Could you grate some ginger for the stir-fry?
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Fine Texture

Grating creates a fine texture that's ideal for melting or mixing in dishes.

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Grate the chocolate finely to sprinkle on the cappuccino.
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Manual Tool

A grater is the tool used; 'grate' involves physical effort and direct contact with the tool.

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She started to grate the cucumbers for the tzatziki sauce.
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