Meaning of gravel in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  4. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɡrævəl/

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  1. Verb

    gravel

    Definitions

    1. cause annoyance in

    Examples

    • « disturb, especially by minor irritations »
    • « Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me »
    • « It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves »

    Derived terms

  2. 2. cover with gravel

    Examples

    • « We gravelled the driveway »

    Derived terms

  3. 3. be a mystery or bewildering to

    Examples

    • « This beats me! »
    • « Got me--I don't know the answer! »
    • « a vexing problem »
    • « This question really stuck me »

    Derived terms

  4. Classifying Adjective

    gravel

    Definitions

    1. unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound

    Examples

    • « a gravelly voice »

    Synonyms

  5. Noun

    gravel

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French, diminutive of grave (see grave)

    Definitions

    1. rock fragments and pebbles

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