GRINDING
/ˈɡɹaɪndɪŋ/
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Scrabble
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WWF
G(2) R(1) I(1) N(1) D(2) I(1) N(1) G(2)
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Definition
/ˈɡɹaɪndɪŋ/
verb
- To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.
- To shape with the force of friction.“grind a lens; grind an axe”
- To remove material by rubbing with an abrasive surface.
- To become ground, pulverized, or polished by friction.“Steel grinds to a sharp edge.”
- To move with much difficulty or friction; to grate.
noun
- The action of grinding together or crushing into small particles.“Ominous creakings and grindings came from the innards of the machine.”
- A form of dance in which two people rub their bodies together.
- Repeatedly performing the same quest or similar in-game activity in order to amass points or wealth.
adjective
- Of or pertaining to the act or sound of grinding.“The meeting came to a grinding halt when the two sides could not agree.”
- Hard and tedious.“a week filled with grinding toil”
Source: Wiktionary
