grille

noun

variants or grill
1
: a grating forming a barrier or screen
especially : an ornamental one at the front end of an automobile
2
: an opening covered with a grille
3
usually grill : a set of metallic covers for the teeth

Examples of grille in a Sentence

The vent was covered with a grille. The truck has a large metal grille at the front.
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Word History

Etymology

French grille, from Old French graille, from Latin craticula, diminutive of cratis wickerwork — more at hurdle

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of grille was in 1686

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Cite this Entry

“Grille.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grille. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

grille

noun
variants or grill
1
: a grating forming a barrier or screen
2
: an opening covered with a grille

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