Synonyms for

Mash

Verb / mæʃ / Another word for mash — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To crush or smash something into a soft mass.

Synonyms & similar words

squash squeeze coquette butterfly chatup crush squelch flirt coquet romance grind crunch comminute dally bray philander crush smash pulverize grind mush squash flatten blend puree macerate crumble powder fragment shatter break pound mince chop dice slice

Synonyms by register

Formal

pulverize crush reduce comminute

Informal

smash squash mush pound beat

Literary

pulverize reduce pulverise

Antonyms

separate whole unbroken intact solid distinct

Common collocations

  • mash potatoes
  • mash the garlic
  • mash the beans
  • mash it up
  • mash together
  • mash button
  • mash note

Word family

noun mash
verb mash

Usage note

As a verb, 'mash' often implies reducing something to a soft, pulpy state, especially food. As a noun, it refers to the resulting substance or a type of soft food.

Example sentences

  1. He had to mash the bananas before adding them to the cake batter.
  2. She likes to mash her peas with her fork.
  3. The wrestler was able to mash his opponent against the ropes.
  4. The chef used a mortar and pestle to mash the herbs.
  5. The children were excited to mash the grapes to make their own grape juice.

Quotes

  • You can't make an omelet without breaking eggs, but you can make a very nice scrambled egg by mashing them up together before you cook them.
  • I don't like mashing things up.
  • When life gives you potatoes, make mashed potatoes.

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