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, consume, nibble,eat, chaw, bite (on), ruminate, ingest, devour, champ
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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.
