GRINDING
/ˈɡɹaɪndɪŋ/
8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun, adjective
Definition of GRINDING
To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.
To shape with the force of friction.
"grind a lens; grind an axe"
To remove material by rubbing with an abrasive surface.
The action of grinding together or crushing into small particles.
"Ominous creakings and grindings came from the innards of the machine."
A form of dance in which two people rub their bodies together.
Repeatedly performing the same quest or similar in-game activity in order to amass points or wealth.
Of or pertaining to the act or sound of grinding.
"The meeting came to a grinding halt when the two sides could not agree."
Hard and tedious.
"a week filled with grinding toil"
Examples of GRINDING in a Sentence
- "grind a lens; grind an axe"
- "Ominous creakings and grindings came from the innards of the machine."
- "The meeting came to a grinding halt when the two sides could not agree."
- "a week filled with grinding toil"
Word Details
Is GRINDING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GRINDING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GRINDING uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GRINDING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | r | i | n | d | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GRINDING
42 words from the letters in GRINDING
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How to Use GRINDING in Word Games
GRINDING is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble GRINDING to find 42 additional valid words.