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Term: Asperate

Description:

Asperate is a verb that can have different meanings in different contexts. It can refer to making a harsh, rough, or grating sound, or to cause irritation or discomfort through roughness. In phonetics, it describes a way of pronouncing certain sounds with a breathy or raspy quality. Additionally, asperate can also be used as an adjective to describe something rough or harsh.

Examples:

As a verb:

1. The wind would asperate through the cracks in the window, creating an eerie sound at night.
2. Please be careful not to asperate your throat too much while singing, as it can strain your vocal cords.
3. The rough texture of the sandpaper can asperate the surface of the wood, preparing it for painting.

As an adjective:

1. The hiker wore gloves to protect his hands from the asperate rocks along the trail.
2. She had an asperate manner of speaking, which often intimidated others.

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