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/ˈɡraɪndər/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A device or machine for grinding something, typically food or materials.
She used a coffee grinder to prepare freshly ground beans for her morning brew.
A person who works hard, especially in a persistent and diligent manner.
He was known as a grinder, always putting in extra hours at the office to meet deadlines.
A slang term for a sandwich, especially a sub or hero sandwich.
I ordered an Italian grinder with all the fixings for lunch.
A tool used for sharpening cutting tools or for shaping materials.
He used a bench grinder to sharpen the chisels before starting his woodworking project.
Etymology
Middle English 'grinder', from the verb 'grind'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grinder night
An evening dedicated to working hard or studying.
grindstone mentality
A hard-working attitude focused on output and productivity.
Related Words
grind
To crush or break food into smaller pieces.
grinding
The act of reducing something to a powder or small pieces.
Slang Meanings
A person who is dedicated to grinding in online gaming.
He's such a grinder in that MMO, always leveling up.
Someone who works tirelessly, often at low-paying jobs.
She’s been a grinder all her life, trying to make ends meet.