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/ˈmɪlɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The act or process of grinding or crushing grain.
The milling of corn has been a crucial part of food production for centuries.
The process of mixing or processing materials in manufacturing.
The milling of ingredients is an essential step in cookie production.
verb
The process of grinding or crushing something (like grain) into a powder or flour.
The farmer took his harvested wheat to the milling facility to turn it into flour.
To cut or shape something with a milling machine.
He is milling the metal parts to achieve the required dimensions for the project.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English 'mylen', which means 'to grind'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
milling about
Moving around in a confused or aimless way.
milling machine
A machine used for the intricate shaping of metal or other materials.
flour milling
A process of grinding wheat into flour.
Related Words
mill
A facility where grain is processed into flour.
grinding
The act of reducing something to small particles or powder.
manufacturing
The process of making products on a large scale.
Slang Meanings
To waste time
Stop milling around and get to work.
To socialize or interact without a specific purpose
We were just milling at the bar, chatting with friends.