grind

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Pronunciation
/ˈɡɹaɪnd/
/ˈɡɹɪnd/
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of reducing to powder, or of sharpening, by friction.

2 Definition

Something that has been reduced to powder, something that has been ground.

3 Definition

A specific degree of pulverization of coffee beans.

Example Sentences
  • This bag contains espresso grind.
4 Definition

A tedious and laborious task.

Synonyms
chore
Example Sentences
  • This homework is a grind.
5 Definition

A grinding trick on a skateboard or snowboard.

6 Definition

One who studies hard; a swot.

7 Definition

Grindcore (subgenre of heavy metal)

8 Definition

Hustle

9 Definition

A traditional communal pilot whale hunt in the Faroe Islands.

Verb
17 definition(s)
1 Definition

To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.

2 Definition

To shape with the force of friction.

Example Sentences
  • grind a lens; grind an axe
3 Definition

To remove material by rubbing with an abrasive surface.

4 Definition

To become ground, pulverized, or polished by friction.

Example Sentences
  • Steel grinds to a sharp edge.
5 Definition

To move with much difficulty or friction; to grate.

6 Definition

To slide the flat portion of a skateboard or snowboard across an obstacle such as a railing.

7 Definition

To oppress, hold down or weaken.

8 Definition

To rotate the hips erotically.

9 Definition

To dance in a sexually suggestive way with both partners in very close proximity, often pressed against each other.

10 Definition

To repeat a task a large number of times in a row to achieve a specific goal.

11 Definition

To operate by turning a crank.

Example Sentences
  • to grind an organ
12 Definition

To produce mechanically and repetitively as if by turning a crank.

13 Definition

To automatically format and indent code.

14 Definition

To instill through repetitive teaching.

Example Sentences
  • Grinding lessons into students' heads does not motivate them to learn.
15 Definition

To eat.

Example Sentences
  • Eh, brah, let's go grind.
16 Definition

To work or study hard; to hustle or drudge.

17 Definition

To annoy or irritate (a person); to grind one's gears.