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pulverize

1 of 1verb
/ˈpʌlvəraɪz/
Forms:pulverizes,pulverizing,pulverized,pulverized
1

to crush or grind something into a fine powder or particles, often through mechanical means or forceful impact

  • The machine was able to pulverize rocks into gravel for construction purposes.
  • After the harvest, the grain is pulverized into flour at the mill.
  • The demolition crew used heavy equipment to pulverize the concrete structure into rubble.
  • High-speed impact mills are used in the mining industry to pulverize minerals into smaller particles.
  • The blender's blades can pulverize fruits and vegetables into smooth juices.
Synonyms:
powderpowderize
2

become powder or dust

Synonyms:
powderize
3

destroy completely

Synonyms:
demolish