Definition of Rasp

an unpleasant sound, such as a rough surface being rubbed

Examples of Rasp in a sentence

The nasal rasp of the woman’s voice irritated those listening to her speak.  🔊

During surgery, the rasp of the metal scraping across the bone made the nurse shudder.  🔊

Nia wasn’t bothered by the rasp, but her husband was very irritated by the annoying sound of rough road construction outside their window.  🔊

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