masticate

verb
UK: /ˈmæstɪkeɪt/
US: /ˈmæstɪkeɪt/

  1. To chew food thoroughly.

    1. You must masticate your food well.
    2. It's important to masticate properly to aid digestion and prevent choking.

  2. To grind or knead a substance into a pulp.

    1. The machine will masticate the wood.
    2. The mill was used to masticate rubber to make it more pliable for manufacturing.

Synonyms

chew grind crush munch
masticate noun

  1. The act of chewing.

    1. Masticate is important for health.
    2. Proper masticate ensures optimal nutrient absorption and reduces digestive discomfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "masticate" in English means: To chew food thoroughly., To grind or knead a substance into a pulp..

The phonetic transcription of "masticate" is /ˈmæstɪkeɪt/ in British English and /ˈmæstɪkeɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "masticate": chew, grind, crush, munch.

Example usage of "masticate": "You must masticate your food well.". More examples on the page.