verb
comminute
Comminute (verb) means to break into smaller portions.
verb
1
To break into smaller portions.
2
To pulverize; to smash.
3
To cause fragmentation (of bone).
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Etymology
From Latin comminūtus (“crumbled, lessened”).
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What is the meaning of comminute?
"comminute" (verb) means to break into smaller portions.
What are the different meanings of comminute?
"comminute" has 3 main meanings: 1. To break into smaller portions; 2. To pulverize; to smash; 3. To cause fragmentation (of bone).