grinder

noun

grind·​er ˈgrīn-dər 

1

a

: molar

b

grinders plural : teeth

2

: one that grinds

3

: a machine or device for grinding

4

: submarine entry 2 sense 2

5

: an athlete who succeeds through hard work and determination rather than exceptional skill

Synonyms

• Cuban sandwich
• hero
• hoagie
• hoagy
• Italian sandwich
• po'boy
• poor boy
• sub
• submarine
• torpedo

Examples of grinder in a Sentence

ordered a meatball grinder from the beach's concession stand

Recent Examples on the Web

Freshen things up with glass oil and vinegar dispensers, electric salt and pepper grinders, or a handheld milk frother for those perfect morning coffees. —Christina Shepherd McGuire, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Sep. 2024

People who temporarily put themselves through the grinder to advance their careers or keep up on car or house payments don’t count, either. —Chris Woolston, Washington Post, 21 July 2024

The grinder has five settings, which is fewer than many other coffee makers with grinders, but nevertheless, provides some degree of adjustability. —Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 13 Sep. 2024

Electric salt and pepper grinder: on sale for $32.39 Original price: $40.49 Try milling your salt and pepper with an electric grinder. —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 9 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing grinder

• organ-grinder

Kids Definition

grinder

noun

grind·​er ˈgrīn-dər 

1

: one that grinds

2

: a large sandwich on a long split roll