grinder
15 synonyms and 0 antonyms for grinder, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A device or machine used to crush, grind, or sharpen something, such as a coffee grinder or an angle grinder.
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Etymology
From Old English grindere, formed from grind plus the agent suffix "-er" — simply "one who grinds."
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What does “grinder” mean?
The word “grinder” means a device or machine used to crush, grind, or sharpen something, such as a coffee grinder or an angle grinder. In plain terms, a tool for grinding things, a type of long sandwich, or a person who works tirelessly.
How do you pronounce “grinder”?
“Grinder” is pronounced GRYN-duh (/ˈɡɹaɪndəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “grinder” in a sentence?
Here is “grinder” used in a sentence: “He used an angle grinder to smooth the metal edge.”
What part of speech is “grinder”?
“Grinder” is a noun.
Where does the word “grinder” come from?
The word “grinder” comes from Old English. From Old English grindere, formed from grind plus the agent suffix "-er" — simply "one who grinds.".
Is “grinder” a common word?
“Grinder” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “grinder” have?
“Grinder” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a device or machine used to crush, grind, or sharpen something, such as a coffee grinder or an angle grinder.