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pestle

noun

/ˈpɛsəl/

Meaning

A heavy tool with a rounded end used for crushing or grinding substances in a mortar.

She used a pestle to grind the spices.

mortar and pestle

grinder, crusher, pounder, masher

blender, mixer

mortar and pestle, grind with pestle, use pestle

the act of forcing something on someone; an unwelcome demand or burden

edible seed of the almond tree, rich in protein and healthy fats

Excessive concentration or obsession with a single subject or idea.

The ability to predict or the action of predicting what will happen or be needed in the future.

A complete change or transformation process in development.

the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and...