Masticate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth; "He jawed his bubble gum"; "Chew your food and don't swallow it!"; "The cows were masticating the grass".
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
Examples
- The cows were masticating the grass in the lush green meadow.
- She reminded her children to masticate their food slowly and not swallow it without proper chewing.
- Rabbits masticate plant fibers by grinding them between their powerful molars.
- Some people find it soothing to masticate gum while concentrating on their work.
- Humans should learn to masticate their food properly to aid digestion and prevent choking hazards.
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Meaning 2
Grind and knead; "masticate rubber".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Some people find it soothing to masticate a piece of rubber to relieve anxiety during long trips.
- Chewing or masticating a piece of rubber increases saliva production and can lead to jaw pain.
- Experts advise against children masticating erasers or other synthetic substances as they contain harmful chemicals.
- Masticating a stress ball of rubber like putty is a popular method of relaxation for some.
- Over-masticating certain types of rubber can result in them breaking apart or crumbling in the mouth.