grind

Definition

  • n. the grade of particle fineness to which a substance is ground
  • n. the act of grinding to a powder or dust
  • v. dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are interlaced
  • v. reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading

Word forms

Past participle
ground
Past tense
ground
Present participle
grinding
Third person singular
grinds

Example sentences

  1. n.

    Studying for hours every night can feel like a grind, but it pays off in the end.

  2. vt.

    He used a stone to grind the spices into a fine powder.

  3. vi.

    She has to grind every day to improve her skills.