Grindstone Definition

grindstone
noun
  1. a revolving stone shaped like a disk; used to grind or sharpen or polish edge tools

"Grindstone" in song lyrics

See how grindstone is used in real songs:

  • "I keep my nose, yeah, fit to the grindstone"
    Afu-Ra — Rumble
  • "Balls to the wall, nose to the grindstone"
    Flobots — Stand Up

Usage tips for "grindstone"

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