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masticate

The correct spelling is masticate.

How to pronounce masticate

/ˈmæstɪkeɪt/
verb

IPA: /ˈmæstɪkeɪt/

Say it like: Mas-tic-ate

The correct spelling is masticate. To chew (food). For example: "The cow stood, quietly masticating its cud."

Usage Examples

The cow stood, quietly masticating its cud.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To chew (food).
  2. 2.To grind or knead something into a pulp.

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