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Metal framework making rasping sound (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

grating

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This could be a double definition.

'metal framework' is the first definition.
'grating' can be an answer for 'framework' (grating is a kind of framework). I am not sure about the 'metal' bit.

'making rasping sound' is the second definition.
(grate can mean to make a rasping noise)

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(Other definitions for grating that I've seen before include "Harsh sounding" , "Lattice" , "Wearing away" , "Frame of bars supporting a fire" , "Jarring" .)

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