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(pes-tle) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a tool used for grinding or pounding substances into powder in a bowl called a mortar

Example Sentence

They used a mortar and pestle to grind the acorns.

Synonyms

pounding tool; stamping tool; hand-held tool

Antonyms

kitchen blender

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