rasped; rasping; rasps
Definition of rasp
(Entry 1 of 2)
rasp
nounDefinition of rasp (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a coarse file with cutting points instead of lines
2
: something used for rasping
3a
: an act of rasping
b
: a rasping sound, sensation, or effect
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The first known use of rasp was in the 14th century
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