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GRINDING

/ˈɡɹaɪndɪŋ/

8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun, adjective

G 2/3
R 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of GRINDING

verb

To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.

verb

To shape with the force of friction.

"grind a lens; grind an axe"

verb

To remove material by rubbing with an abrasive surface.

noun

The action of grinding together or crushing into small particles.

"Ominous creakings and grindings came from the innards of the machine."

noun

A form of dance in which two people rub their bodies together.

noun

Repeatedly performing the same quest or similar in-game activity in order to amass points or wealth.

adjective

Of or pertaining to the act or sound of grinding.

"The meeting came to a grinding halt when the two sides could not agree."

adjective

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

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
15
points

Is GRINDING a Scrabble Word?

Yes, GRINDING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

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 grinding Total
Scrabble 21112112 11
WWF 31122123 15

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About GRINDING

What does GRINDING mean?
GRINDING is a verb. To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.
Is GRINDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GRINDING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GRINDING worth in Scrabble?
GRINDING is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GRINDING?
You can make 42 words from the letters in GRINDING. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.