Grind
/ɡraɪnd/noun
To crush or pulverize a substance into smaller pieces.
Did you know?In ancient times, grinding was not just a culinary task; it was often associated with the preparation of magical potions and remedies.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*gʰrend-
“to crush or break into small pieces.”
Old English
Old English
grindan
“to crush, grind, or rub; to reduce to powder.”
Middle English
Middle English
grinden
“to grind or to reduce by friction.”
14th Century
Middle English
grynden
“to grind; to bruise or pulverize.”
Modern English
English
grind
“to crush or pulverize into smaller, finer pieces.”