abrasive particles or granules, as of sand or other small, coarse impurities found in the air, food, water, etc.

firmness of character; indomitable spirit; pluck

She has a reputation for grit and common sense.

a coarse-grained siliceous rock, usually with sharp, angular grains.

British . gravel.

sand or other fine grainy particles eaten by fowl to aid in digestion.

to cause to grind or grate together.

to make a scratchy or slightly grating sound, as of sand being walked on; grate. ?

grit one's teeth, to show tenseness, anger

or determination by or as if by clamping or grinding the teeth together.

noun

cowardice , timidity , weakness

noun

dust , foreign matter , gravel , lumps , pebbles , powder , sand , backbone , daring , doggedness , fortitude , gameness , guts * , hardihood , intestinal fortitude * , mettle , moxie * , nerve , perseverance , pluck , resolution , spine * , spirit , spunk , steadfastness , tenacity , toughness , bravery , courage , determination , dirt , firmness , guts , moxie