grindle

/ˈɡrɪndəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to clean or scrub with a coarse brush or tool, typically a griddle or griddlestone

“The blacksmith grindled the metal to remove the rust.”

2. noun

a griddle or griddlestone used for grinding or cleaning

“The old grindle in the corner of the workshop still works perfectly.”

Synonyms

  • abrading
  • scour

Antonyms

  • polish
  • refine