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grinds

The correct spelling is grinds.

How to pronounce grinds

/ɡɹaɪndz/
noun

IPA: /ɡɹaɪndz/

Say it like: Gri-nds

The correct spelling is grinds. The act of reducing to powder, or of sharpening, by friction. For example: "This bag contains espresso grind."

Usage Examples

This bag contains espresso grind.

This homework is a grind.

grind a lens; grind an axe

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The act of reducing to powder, or of sharpening, by friction.
  2. 2.Something that has been reduced to powder, something that has been ground.
  3. 3.A specific degree of pulverization of coffee beans.
  4. 4.A tedious and laborious task.
  5. 5.A grinding trick on a skateboard or snowboard.

verb

  1. 1.To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.
  2. 2.To shape with the force of friction.
  3. 3.To remove material by rubbing with an abrasive surface.
  4. 4.To become ground, pulverized, or polished by friction.
  5. 5.To move with much difficulty or friction; to grate.

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