Grind

/ˈɡɹaɪnd/

The meaning and definition of Grind, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. A specific degree of pulverization of coffee beans.
    “This bag contains espresso grind.”
  2. A tedious and laborious task.
    “This homework is a grind.”
verb
  1. To shape with the force of friction.
    “grind a lens; grind an axe”
  2. To become ground, pulverized, or polished by friction.
    “Steel grinds to a sharp edge.”

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms chore

Origin

From Old English grindan.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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