Synonyms for

Grinder

Noun / ˈgraɪndɜ: / Another word for grinder — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a machine or tool used for grinding, or a person who grinds or sharpens objects

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

mill pulverizer crusher shredder

Informal

chopper mincer deli slicer coffee maker

Literary

masticator attrition machine

Antonyms

smoother polisher gentler softer delicate

Common collocations

  • coffee grinder
  • meat grinder
  • herb grinder
  • pepper grinder
  • angle grinder
  • bench grinder
  • food grinder
  • spice grinder

Word family

noun grinder
verb grind

Usage note

The word 'grinder' can refer to a tool for grinding or a person who works diligently, often in a difficult or unglamorous job. The latter usage can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation of drudgery.

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Example sentences

  1. I need to grind the coffee beans in the grinder for my morning coffee.
  2. The knife grinder sharpened my kitchen knives.
  3. The grinder at the factory grinds metal into small pieces.
  4. The skateboarding trick called a grind involves sliding along a rail or edge.
  5. The meat grinder at the butcher's shop can grind different types of meat.

Quotes

  • Make the daily grind a little easier with a good grinder.
  • A grinder is a tool, not a lifestyle.
  • I love the smell of freshly ground coffee from the grinder.

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