meatgrinder

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A device for cutting meat into very small pieces.
  2. An activity with a high casualty or attrition rate, such as a military battle or an occupational or athletic activity.
  3. A process that is likely to be injurious in a non-physical way.

Pronunciation

/ˈmiːtɡɹaɪndə(ɹ)/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-meatgrinder.wav

Word forms

meatgrinder meatgrinders meat grinder meat-grinder

Etymology

From meat + grinder.

Related words

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