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gnaws
verb
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Divide gnaws into syllables:

gnaws

How to pronounce gnaws:

Definition of gnaws:

gnaws (verb):
to bite or chew on with the teeth
to wear away by persistent biting or nibbling
to bite or chew constantly so as to wear away bit by bit

Synonyms for gnaws:

bitemunchchewnibbleeats

Antonyms for gnaws:

builds

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