When something grates, it rubs against something else making a harsh, unpleasant sound. His chair grated as he got to his feet. [VERB] The gun barrel grated against the floor. [V + against/on] If something such as someone's behaviour grates on you or grates, it makes you feel annoyed. His manner always grated on me. [VERB + on] More @Wikipedia
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