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grinder

/ˈɡɹaɪndəɹ/ noun B2
  1. One who grinds something, such as the teeth. · scissors grinder (one who sharpens scissors)
  2. A molar.
  3. Any tooth. (slang)
  4. Any of various power tools with a spinning abrasive disc, used for smoothing, shaping, or deburring materials, usually metal.
  5. A grinding machine: any of various machine tools for grinding (either heavy or light grinding, but precise either way).
  6. Any of various pieces of heavy equipment for grinding.
  7. A sandwich made on a long, cylindrical roll. · I am going to the deli to get a grinder for lunch.
  8. In particular, a submarine sandwich (hoagie) that is toasted or baked and typically does not contain lettuce.

Plural grinders

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