grille

noun

ˈgril How to pronounce grille (audio)
variants or grill
Synonyms of grille
1
: a grating forming a barrier or screen
especially : an ornamental one at the front end of an automobile
2
: an opening covered with a grille
3
usually grill : a set of metallic covers for the teeth

Examples of grille in a Sentence

The vent was covered with a grille. The truck has a large metal grille at the front.
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The package skips any form of standard or optional kitchen unit but does include a full set of blackout blinds and ventilation grilles for the front windows meant to increase airflow and cut out condensation when sleeping inside. — New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026 These include rear seats that can be converted into a comfortable bed with room for two adults, ventilation grilles in the back, and blackout window curtains. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026 On the bottom, a USB-C port is flanked by two speaker grilles. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026 Cars have become taller, wider, and more aggressive, with grilles that look more weaponized than designed. — Debbie Millman, Time, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grille

Word History

Etymology

French grille, from Old French graille, from Latin craticula, diminutive of cratis wickerwork — more at hurdle

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of grille was in 1686

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“Grille.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grille. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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grille

noun
variants or grill
ˈgril How to pronounce grille (audio)
1
: a grating forming a barrier or screen
2
: an opening covered with a grille

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