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gnash

/næʃ/ verb · British & US
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What does gnash mean?

verb

to grind or crush the teeth together, typically in pain or annoyance; to make a harsh, grating sound, like the teeth grinding together.

Example

"She gnashed her teeth in frustration as she tried to fix the broken machine."

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