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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

grinding

/ˈɡraɪndɪŋ/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does grinding mean?

verb, noun

The act of grinding or crushing something, or a feeling of tiredness or boredom. A dull, monotonous sound, especially of machinery.

Example

"The grinding of the gears was loud enough to wake the whole neighborhood."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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