Definitions

1. noun

a small particle or granule, especially one of a hard, granular texture; a grain or speck.

“The doctor examined the patient’s skin, searching for a grana of the disease.”

2. noun

a raised mark on the skin, especially one caused by a disease such as psoriasis or dermatitis.

“The patient had several granas on her arms due to the skin condition.”

3. noun

a small, rounded hill or mound, especially one formed by glacial activity.

“The landscape was dotted with small granas that had been created by the ancient glacier.”

4. proper noun

Grana, a comune in the province of Verona, Italy.

“The town of Grana in Italy is famous for its beautiful countryside.”

5. noun

a type of cheese originating from Italy, often served as an antipasto.

“The Italian dish included a selection of cured meats and grana cheese.”