masticate Synonyms
masticate Meaning
masticate (v)
grind and knead
chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth
masticate (v. t.)
To grind or crush with, or as with, the teeth and prepare for swallowing and digestion; to chew; as, to masticate food.
masticate Sentence Examples
- The hamster diligently masticated the sunflower seeds, its tiny teeth grinding effortlessly.
- The chef skillfully masticated the ingredients to achieve a smooth and flavorful paste.
- The baby bird eagerly masticated the regurgitated food its parents fed it.
- The aging elephant struggled to masticate the coarse vegetation, its teeth worn and weakened.
- The patient masticated the pain medication slowly, ensuring its full absorption.
- The cow's jaws rhythmically masticated the grass, its four-chambered stomach aiding in digestion.
- The dentist advised his patient to masticate on hard foods to strengthen their jaw muscles.
- The horse masticated the oats with its large, flat teeth, grinding them into a fine powder.
- The herbivore's digestive system relied heavily on mastication to break down tough plant material.
- The scientist conducted experiments on insects, observing their complex masticatory apparatus in action.
FAQs About the word masticate
grind and knead, chew (food); to bite and grind with the teethTo grind or crush with, or as with, the teeth and prepare for swallowing and digestion; to chew; a
chew,eat, bite (on), chaw, consume, nibble, snack, sink one's teeth into, nosh,gnaw (on)
No antonyms found.
The hamster diligently masticated the sunflower seeds, its tiny teeth grinding effortlessly.
The chef skillfully masticated the ingredients to achieve a smooth and flavorful paste.
The baby bird eagerly masticated the regurgitated food its parents fed it.
The aging elephant struggled to masticate the coarse vegetation, its teeth worn and weakened.
