GRIND

Grind

The grind of a blade refers to the shape of the cross-section of the blade. It is distinct from the type of blade, though different tools and blades may have lent their name to a particular grind.

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grind

Noun

  1. The act of reducing to powder, or of sharpening, by friction.
  2. A specific degree of pulverization of coffee beans.
    This bag contains espresso grind.
  3. A tedious task.
    This homework is a grind.
  4. A grinding trick on a skateboard or snowboard.
  5. One who studies hard; a swot.

Verb

(see usage notes below)
  1. To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.
  2. To shape with the force of friction.
    grind a lens
    grind an axe
  3. To remove material by rubbing with an abrasive surface.
  4. To become ground, pulverized, or polished by friction.
    This corn grinds well.
    Steel grinds to a sharp edge.
  5. To move with much difficulty or friction; to grate.
  6. To slide the flat portion of a skateboard or snowboard across an obstacle such as a railing.
  7. To oppress, hold down or weaken.
  8. To rotate the hips erotically.
  9. To dance in a sexually suggestive way with both partners in very close proximity, sometimes pressed against each other.
  10. To repeat a task in order to gain levels or items.
  11. To produce mechanically and repetitively as if by turning a crank.
  12. To instill through repetitive teaching.
    Grinding lessons into students' heads does not motivate them to learn.
  13. To eat.
    Eh, brah, let's go grind.
  14. To work or study hard; to hustle or drudge.


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