grinder

English

/ɡɹaɪn.də(ɹ)/, /ɡɹaɪndəɹ/

noun
Definitions
  • 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.
  • (US) A sandwich made on a long, cylindrical roll.
  • A kitchen gadget for processing coffee, herbs etc. into small or powdered pieces
  • The restless flycatcher () of Australia, which makes a noise like a scissors grinder.
  • (music) A fan or performer of grindcore music.
  • (slang) A biohacker who uses cybernetic implants or biochemicals to enhance or change their own body.
  • (slang) A student who studies hard; a swot.
  • (slang) A person who coaches students for an upcoming examination.
  • (ice hockey slang) A hard-working, physical player with limited offensive ability.
  • (lawyer) A low-ranking attorney with no clients who works very hard.
  • (US) An outdoor space for drills and parades.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English grinder inherited from Old English grindere (one that which grinds, grinder) suffix from English grind.

Origin

English

grind

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