Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
milling
verb
/ˈmɪlɪŋ/
Definition
The process of grinding, crushing, or breaking down solid materials into smaller pieces or flour.
Examples
- The farmer is milling the wheat to make flour.
- During the milling process, the corn is ground into fine powder.
- They are milling stones to produce gravel for construction.
Meaning
Milling refers to a mechanical process that transforms raw materials, such as grains or ore, into finer substances through grinding or cutting.
Synonyms
- grinding
- crushing
- pulverizing
- shredding