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gnaw in Italian

gnaw in Italian is rodere, rosicchiare, mordicchiare — gnaw means to bite or chew persistently on something tough.

gnaw in Italian

rodere
verb
(ambitransitive) To bite something persistently, especially something tough.
rosicchiare
verb
(ambitransitive) To bite something persistently, especially something tough.
mordicchiare
verb
(ambitransitive) To bite something persistently, especially something tough.
rosicare
verb
(ambitransitive) To bite something persistently, especially something tough.
rodere
verb
(intransitive) To produce excessive anxiety or worry.

What does "gnaw" mean?

  1. verb To bite or chew persistently on something tough.
    "The dog gnawed on the bone for hours."
  2. verb To cause ongoing worry or discomfort.
    "Doubt gnawed at her all through the interview."

gnaw in a sentence

  • The dog gnawed on the bone for hours.
  • Mice had gnawed through the wiring in the attic.
  • Doubt gnawed at her all through the interview.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "gnaw" in Italian?

"gnaw" in Italian is rodere, rosicchiare, mordicchiare. gnaw means: To bite or chew persistently on something tough.

How do you use "gnaw" in a sentence?

Example: "The dog gnawed on the bone for hours." In Italian, "gnaw" is rodere, rosicchiare, mordicchiare.

Are there other ways to say "gnaw" in Italian?

Yes — Italian has 4 translations listed for "gnaw": rodere, rosicchiare, mordicchiare, rosicare.

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