Grind Definition
grind
noun
- an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious
- the grade of particle fineness to which a substance is ground; "a coarse grind of coffee"
- hard monotonous routine work
- the act of grinding to a powder or dust
verb
- press or grind with a crushing noise
- make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together; "grate one's teeth in anger"
- work hard; "She was digging away at her math homework"; "Lexicographers drudge all day long"
- dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are interlaced
- reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading; "grind the spices in a mortar"; "mash the garlic"
- created by grinding; "grind designs into the glass bowl"
- shape or form by grinding; "grind lenses for glasses and cameras"
"Grind" in song lyrics
See how grind is used in real songs:
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"Because a brother like me, I'm tryin to leave the grind"
415 — 415 -
"Make money, when I ain't even trying to grind"
50/50 Twin f/ Archie Lee, Lester Roy — Hollyhood -
"Got a part time job in the Daily Grind"
50 Pence — In Da Pub
Words that rhyme with grind
Usage tips for "grind"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "grind" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for grind to find words that pair well.