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Raspy

Rasp′y

(rȧsp′y̆)
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Adj.
Like a rasp, or the sound made by a rasp; grating.
R. D. Blackmore.

Definition 2024


raspy

raspy

English

Adjective

raspy (comparative raspier, superlative raspiest)

  1. (of sound) Rough, raw, especially used to describe vocal quality.
    His incessant coughing made his voice sound raspy.
  2. Irritable.
    • Louisa May Alcott, Little Wives
      I don't wish to get raspy, so let's change the subject.

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