1. Small opening (like a window in a door) through which business can be transacted
   "The bank teller spoke to customers through a secure grille";
   - wicket, lattice
    
2. Grating that admits cooling air to car's radiator
   "The car's distinctive radiator grille made it easily recognizable";
   - radiator grille
    
3. A framework of metal bars used as a partition or a grate
   "The decorative grille protected the window";
   - grill, grillwork

Sounds like: g

Derived forms: grilles

Type of: frame, framework, grate, grating, opening

Part of: auto [informal], autocar [archaic], automobile [N. Amer], car, motor [Brit, informal], motorcar, wheel [informal], whip [US, informal]

Encyclopedia: Grille