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Definition of Masticate
1. Verb. Grind and knead. "Masticate rubber"
2. Verb. Chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth. "The cows were masticating the grass"
Exact synonyms: Chew, Jaw, Manducate
Specialized synonyms: Champ, Chomp, Champ, Gum, Mumble, Chaw, Crunch, Munch, Gnaw
Generic synonyms: Grate, Grind
Derivative terms: Chew, Chew, Chewer, Chewing, Jaw, Jaw, Mastication
Specialized synonyms: Champ, Chomp, Champ, Gum, Mumble, Chaw, Crunch, Munch, Gnaw
Generic synonyms: Grate, Grind
Derivative terms: Chew, Chew, Chewer, Chewing, Jaw, Jaw, Mastication
Definition of Masticate
1. v. t. To grind or crush with, or as with, the teeth and prepare for swallowing and digestion; to chew; as, to masticate food.
Definition of Masticate
1. [v -CATED, -CATING, -CATES]
Medical Definition of Masticate
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Masticate
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