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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

gritters

/ˈɡrɪtərz/ noun · British & US
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What does gritters mean?

noun

A vehicle used to spread grit or salt on roads Ivor Gritters were used in the 1920s to clear snow and ice from roads.

Example

"The gritters were out in force to clear the roads after the snowstorm."

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