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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

gnaws

/nɔːz/ verb · British & US
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What does gnaws mean?

verb

to bite or chew noisily, typically with the teeth, especially in a way that is annoying or persistent. Gnaws can also be used to describe something that is slowly wearing away or being destroyed.

Example

"The mouse gnaws on the wooden table leg."

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