meatgrinder

Meaning

  1. A device for cutting meat into very small pieces.
  2. (informal) An activity with a high casualty or attrition rate, such as a military battle or an occupational or athletic activity.
  3. (informal) A process that is likely to be injurious in a non-physical way.

Synonyms

meatchopper

Etymology

From meat + grinder.

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