rasp

noun
UK: /rɑːsp/
US: /ræsp/

  1. A rough file with sharp raised points, used for scraping or filing.

    1. He used a rasp to smooth the rough edges of the wood.
    2. The carpenter selected a coarse rasp from his toolkit to quickly remove excess material.

  2. A harsh, grating sound.

    1. I heard the rasp of his breath as he slept soundly.
    2. The old door opened with a loud rasp, echoing through the empty house.

Synonyms

creak scrape grind grate file
rasp verb

  1. To scrape or file something with a rough instrument.

    1. She used a rasp to shape the clay sculpture carefully.
    2. He rasped the metal to remove the rust before painting it again.

  2. To make a harsh, grating sound.

    1. His voice rasped from disuse, making his words hard to hear.
    2. The cicadas rasped loudly in the summer heat, filling the air.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "rasp" in English means: A rough file with sharp raised points, used for scraping or filing., A harsh, grating sound..

The phonetic transcription of "rasp" is /rɑːsp/ in British English and /ræsp/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "rasp": creak, scrape, grind, grate, file.

Example usage of "rasp": "He used a rasp to smooth the rough edges of the wood.". More examples on the page.