overgrind

/ˌoʊvərˈgrɪnd/

Definitions

1. noun

the action of grinding or crushing something excessively or to an excessive degree

“The overgrind of the coffee beans made the coffee taste bitter.”

2. verb

to grind or crush something excessively or to an excessive degree

“If you overgrind the metal, it will become too weak.”

Synonyms

  • excessive
  • overwork

Antonyms

  • insufficient
  • undergrind