gitter — meaning in English

English meaning

• grating adj Harsh or unpleasant, especially describing a sound or voice.
• grid noun A pattern of evenly spaced lines crossing to form squares, such as on graph paper or a map.
• lattice noun A framework of crossed strips of wood or metal, often used as a garden trellis or decorative pattern.

Senses

gitter is used for these senses in English:

• grating A barrier that has parallel or crossed bars blocking a passage but admitting air.
• grid (electronics) The third (or higher) electrode of a vacuum tube (triode or higher).

grating — full definition

1. adj Harsh or unpleasant, especially describing a sound or voice.
2. noun A frame or grid of parallel or crossed metal bars covering an opening.

grid — full definition

1. noun A pattern of evenly spaced lines crossing to form squares, such as on graph paper or a map.
2. noun The network of power lines, substations, and generators that delivers electricity across a region.
3. noun The marked-off starting positions for competitors at the beginning of a race.

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