masticating

[ˈmæstɪkeɪtɪŋ]

masticating Definition

  • 1to chew food thoroughly with the teeth
  • 2to grind or crush something into a pulp

Using masticating: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "masticating" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cows were masticating their food.

  • Example

    He was masticating his gum loudly.

  • Example

    The blender is great for masticating fruits and vegetables.

  • Example

    She masticated the meat until it was soft enough to swallow.

masticating Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for masticating

Phrases with masticating

  • to speak indistinctly or unclearly

    Example

    He tends to masticate his words when he's nervous.

  • masticate one's thoughts

    to ponder or consider something carefully

    Example

    She spent the afternoon masticating her thoughts on the matter.

  • masticate one's feelings

    to think about and process one's emotions

    Example

    He needed some time alone to masticate his feelings after the breakup.

Origins of masticating

from Latin 'masticare', meaning 'to chew'

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Summary: masticating in Brief

The verb 'masticating' [ˈmæstɪkeɪtɪŋ] refers to the act of thoroughly chewing food with the teeth or grinding/crushing something into a pulp. It can also be used figuratively, as in 'masticate one's words,' meaning to speak indistinctly or unclearly. Synonyms include 'chew' and 'crush,' while idioms and phrases include 'masticate one's thoughts' and 'masticate one's feelings.'