grinder

• Nom désignant plusieurs choses : un grand sandwich servi sur un pain allongé ; une dent molaire servant à broyer ; un appareil qui broie ou traite des matériaux ; ou une machine à meuler le métal.

A noun with multiple meanings: a type of large sandwich on a long roll; a molar tooth used for grinding; machinery that crushes or processes materials; or a machine tool that polishes metal.

1. Large SandwichA2informalamericanculinary

   A substantial sandwich made with a long crusty roll sliced lengthwise, filled with meats, cheese, and vegetables such as tomato and onion, often with condiments. Different names exist across the United States.

   Sandwich garni sur pain long

   • I ordered a turkey grinder with lettuce and mayo.
   • He ate a foot-long grinder for lunch.
   • In New England, they call this a grinder, not a sub.
   • The deli makes the best grinders in town.

   Synonymesbomberherohoagiesubsubmarinetorpedowedge

2. Molar ToothB1formalmedical

   A large grinding tooth with a broad surface, located behind the premolars, used for chewing and crushing food.

   Molaire

   • The dentist said my lower grinder needs a filling.
   • Humans have twelve grinders in total.
   • She felt pain in her back grinder when chewing.
   • The grinder teeth are essential for breaking down tough food.

   Synonymesmolar

3. Grinding MachineB2formaltechnical

   A machine that processes materials by crushing, grinding, or pulverizing them into smaller pieces or powder.

   Machine à broyer

   • The industrial grinder reduced the ore to fine powder.
   • They used a meat grinder to make sausages.
   • The coffee grinder produced a consistent grind.
   • The stone grinder operates at high speed.

   Synonymescrushermillmuller

4. Metalworking ToolB2formaltechnical

   A machine tool that uses an abrasive wheel to polish or sharpen metal surfaces or remove material.

   Meuleuse

   • The grinder cleaned the welds on the metal frame.
   • He used a bench grinder to sharpen the chisels.
   • Angle grinders are common in metal fabrication.
   • Always wear safety goggles when operating a grinder.