regrate Meaning, Definition & Usage

Re*grate" transitive verb

Etymology

F. regratter, literally, to scrape again. See Re-, and Grate, v. t.

Wordforms

imperfect & past participle Regrated; present participle & verbal noun Regrating

Definitions

1. (Masonry) To remove the outer surface of, as of an old hewn stone, so as to give it a fresh appearance.
2. To offend; to shock. Obs. Derham.

Re*grate" transitive verb

Etymology

F. regratter to regrate provisions; of uncertain origin.

Definitions

1. (Eng.Law) To buy in large quantities, as corn, provisions, etc., at a market or fair, with the intention of selling the same again, in or near the same place, at a higher price, -- a practice which was formerly treated as a public offense.