Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Pestle.
How to pronounce pestle:
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Pestle - as a noun
Machine consisting of a heavy bar that moves vertically for pounding or crushing ores
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stamp9A heavy tool of stone or iron (usually with a flat base and a handle) that is used to grind and mix material (as grain or drugs or pigments) against a slab of stone
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
muller8pounder10A club-shaped hand tool for grinding and mixing substances in a mortar
Pestle - as a verb
Grind, mash or pulverize in a mortar
Example: "Pestle the garlic"
Example Sentences
"She ground the spices with a pestle and mortar."
"The pharmacist used a pestle to crush the pills into a powder."
"The old apothecary had a collection of unique pestles."
"The chef reached for the pestle to crush the garlic."
"They used a large wooden pestle to mash the potatoes."
Word Game Points
Is PESTLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pestle is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PESTLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is PESTLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pestle is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPESTLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PESTLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pestle is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPESTLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
