Definition of rasp
rasper
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Examples of rasp in a Sentence
“Let go of my arm,” she rasped.
The metal boxes rasped as they were dragged across the floor.
Origin and Etymology of rasp
Middle English, from Anglo-French *rasper, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German raspōn to scrape together
First Known Use: 14th century
rasp
Definition of rasp
1 : a coarse file with cutting points instead of lines
2 : something used for rasping
3a : an act of raspingb : a rasping sound, sensation, or effect
Examples of rasp in a Sentence
the rusted lock opened with a rasp
Circa 1512
First Known Use of rasp
circa 1512
RASP Defined for English Language Learners
rasp
playDefinition of rasp for English Language Learners
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: to speak in a way that sounds rough or harsh
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: to make a rough, harsh sound
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: to rub (something) with a rough object or substance
rasp
Definition of rasp for English Language Learners
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: a metal tool that has sharp points and that is used to make rough surfaces smooth
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: a rough, harsh sound
RASP Defined for Kids
Definition of rasp for Students
rasped
;rasping
1 : to say with or make a harsh sound “Who was it?” I rasped, holding my breath. — Mildred D. Taylor, Roll of Thunder
2 : to rub with or as if with a rough object or substance I rasped off the rough edges.
Definition of rasp for Students
1 : a harsh sound or sensation
2 : a coarse file used for shaping or smoothing
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