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aftergrind

|af-ter-grind|

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/ˈæftərˌɡraɪnd/

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/ˈɑːftəˌɡraɪnd/

remains after grinding

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aftergrind' originates from the combination of 'after' and 'grind', where 'after' indicates a subsequent state and 'grind' refers to the process of reducing something to small particles.

Historical Evolution

'aftergrind' is a modern English word formed by combining 'after' and 'grind'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'the remains after grinding', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the residue or remains left after a grinding process.

The aftergrind of the coffee beans was used as compost.

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Last updated: 2025/05/26 09:21