1. Plural of gritter; vehicles or machines that spread grit, salt, or sand on roads to improve traction during icy or snowy conditions.
Usage: Common in British English; North American equivalent is often 'salt truck' or 'sand truck'.
2. Plural of gritter; people or devices that grit or grind something into small particles.
Usage: Less common; technical or specialized use.

Examples

• The city sent out gritters early in the morning to treat the icy roads.
• During the winter storm, gritters worked around the clock to keep highways passable.
• Several gritters were stationed at the depot, ready for the next snowfall.
• The council deployed gritters across the region after the freeze warning.
• Gritters spread salt and grit to prevent accidents on slippery surfaces.