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grinder

/ɡɹaɪn.də(ɹ)/

noun

Meaning

  • One who grinds something, such as the teeth.

  • (anatomical) A molar.

  • A power tool with a spinning abrasive disc, used for grinding, smoothing, and shaping materials, usually metal.

  • A sandwich made on a long, cylindrical roll.

    "I am going to the deli to get a grinder for lunch."

  • A kitchen gadget for processing coffee, herbs etc. into small or powdered pieces

  • The restless flycatcher (Myiagra inquieta) of Australia, which makes a noise like a scissors grinder.

  • A fan or performer of grindcore music.

  • A biohacker who uses cybernetic implants or biochemicals to enhance or change their own body.

  • A student who studies hard; a swot.

  • A person who coaches students for an upcoming examination.

  • (ice hockey slang) A hard-working, physical player with limited offensive ability.

  • A low-ranking attorney with no clients who works very hard.

  • An outdoor space for drills and parades.

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