Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grate-a-carrot

verb

/ɡreɪt ə ˈkærət/

Definition

To shred or finely chop a carrot using a grater, a kitchen tool with sharp edges designed for this purpose.

Examples

To make a fresh salad, you can grate a carrot and mix it with other vegetables.
She decided to grate a carrot to add some crunch to her soup.
Grating a carrot is a simple way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals.

Meaning

Grating a carrot involves taking a whole carrot and rubbing it against the grater’s surface to create thin pieces or shavings, which can be used in various dishes, enhancing flavor and texture.