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DictionarygrillMetal framework
noun

grill

A metal framework used for protection or decoration.

A metal grill protects the opening.

Etymology
grillFrenchgrating

The French source means a grating or lattice. This sense retains the open framework used to cover, guard, or decorate an opening.

More examples

  • The decorative grill covered the vent.
  • Light passed through the narrow bars of the grill.
  • They removed the grill to clean behind it.

Forms

grill · grills

Similar words

grating
A framework of bars over an opening.
screen
A broader protective mesh or barrier.