grinder

/ˈɡraɪndər/

Definitions

1. noun

A machine or tool used for grinding, especially for sharpening or polishing metal tools, or for crushing or grinding food, such as coffee beans or grains.

“The coffee shop uses a grinder to freshly grind the coffee beans every morning.”

2. verb

To reduce to a powder or smaller particles, especially by grinding or crushing.

“The rock grinder was used to grind the stones into smaller pieces for construction.”

3. noun

A person or thing that grinds or is capable of grinding.

“The food grinder was a useful addition to the kitchen for making homemade pasta sauce.”

Synonyms

  • crusher
  • miller

Antonyms

  • polisher
  • shaper