Masticate Definition

masticate
verb
  1. grind and knead; "masticate rubber"
  2. chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth; "He jawed his bubble gum"; "Chew your food and don't swallow it!"; "The cows were masticating the grass"

"Masticate" in song lyrics

See how masticate is used in real songs:

  • "I see your jawbone startin to masticate"
    Hawd Gankstuh Rappuh Emsees Wid Ghats — Am Goin t' Jail

Usage tips for "masticate"

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