Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
masticate
verb
/ˈmæstɪˌkeɪt/
Definition
To chew food thoroughly before swallowing.
Examples
- It is important to masticate your food well to aid digestion.
- He took a moment to masticate his meal before speaking.
- Dogs masticate their food differently than humans do.
Meaning
Masticate refers to the process of breaking down food in the mouth with the teeth, which is an important step in digestion.
Synonyms
- Chew
- Grind
- Chomp
- Teeth
