Unwillingly, reluctantly; contrary to one's nature.
Contrary to what is expected; especially, of behavior different from what society expects.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see against, the, grain.
Preventing a smooth, level surface from being formed by raising the nap of the wood or causing larger splinters to form ahead of the cutting tool below the cutting surface.
Diverging in the direction of travel.
Positioned so as to face (in a particular direction)
Fabric applied to a garment edge on the underside.
A powdered substance, such as charcoal or bituminous coal, applied to the face of a mould, or mixed with the sand that forms it, to give a fine smooth surface to the casting.
The movement of soldiers by turning on their heels to the right, left, or about.
The most external portion of exterior siding.
The collar and cuffs of a military coat, commonly of a different colour from the rest of the coat.