Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grinding
verb
/ˈɡraɪndɪŋ/
Definition
The process of reducing something to small pieces or powder by crushing it.
Examples
- The grinding of grains is a traditional method of food preparation.
- She is grinding her way through college, working part-time while studying.
- The sound of grinding metal filled the workshop.
Meaning
Grinding refers to the act of breaking or crushing materials into finer particles through mechanical force. It can also imply continuous effort or hard work towards achieving a goal.
Synonyms
- crushing
- milling
- shredding
- pulverizing
- grating
