Triturador (en. Crusher)
/tɾi.tuˈɾa.ðoɾ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Device that breaks down various materials into smaller particles.
We use a grinder to prepare organic fertilizer in the garden.
Usamos un triturador para preparar el abono orgánico en el jardín.
Device that turns food into puree or very small pieces.
The food grinder makes it easier to prepare sauces.
El triturador de alimentos facilita la preparación de salsas.
Machine used in industry to reduce the size of materials.
The stone grinder is essential in construction.
El triturador de piedra es esencial en la construcción.
Etymology
From Latin 'triturāre', which means 'to grind'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
garbage grinder
Device that grinds organic waste in the kitchen.
triturador de basura
to grind into small pieces
To divide something into very small fragments.
triturar en pedacitos
paper shredder
Machine that cuts paper into pieces for recycling.
triturador de papel
Related Words
grinding
Action of grinding.
trituración
ground
State of something that has been ground.
triturado
grindable
That can be ground.
triturable
Slang Meanings
Person responsible for solving difficult problems.
He's a problem grinder; he always finds the solution.
Es un triturador de problemas, siempre encuentra la solución.
Someone who maximizes a situation.
Don't be a grinder; let it flow.
No seas triturador, déjalo fluir.