gnash

[næʃ]

gnash Definition

• 1. to grind or strike (the teeth, for example) together
• 2. to bite or chew noisily

Using gnash: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gnash" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She gnashed her teeth in frustration.

• Example

  The dog gnashed at the bone.

• Example

  He gnashed his teeth and muttered curses under his breath.

gnash Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gnash

• grind
• clench
• grate
• scrape
• crunch

Phrases with gnash

• gnash one's teeth

  to express anger, frustration, or disappointment

  Example

  He gnashed his teeth when he heard the news.

• gnashers

  teeth

  Example

  I need to brush my gnashers before bed.

• gnash together

  to grind or strike against each other with a loud noise

  Example

  The gears gnashed together as the machine ground to a halt.

Origins of gnash

from Middle English 'gnasten', probably of Scandinavian origin

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Summary: gnash in Brief

'Gnash' [næʃ] means to grind or strike teeth together, often expressing frustration or anger. It can also refer to biting or chewing noisily, as in 'The dog gnashed at the bone.' The phrase 'gnash one's teeth' is used to express anger or disappointment.