Meaning & use
gnash
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To grind the teeth together, typically as an expression of anger or pain.
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He gnashed his teeth in frustration after missing the winning shot.
The dog gnashed its teeth at the intruder before backing away.
A note on using this word
Almost always used in the phrase 'gnashing of teeth,' often paired with 'weeping' in dramatic or biblical contexts.
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