Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Pestles.
Pestles - as a noun
Machine consisting of a heavy bar that moves vertically for pounding or crushing ores
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stampA 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)
mullerpounderA club-shaped hand tool for grinding and mixing substances in a mortar
Pestles - as a verb
Grind, mash or pulverize in a mortar
Example: "Pestle the garlic"
Example Sentences
"The pharmacist used pestles to grind the medicine into a fine powder."
"She collected antique pestles as a hobby."
"The mortar and pestles are essential tools for making traditional herbal remedies."
"The chef used pestles to crush the spices and release their flavors."
"They found ancient pestles at the archaeological site."
Word Game Points
Is PESTLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pestles is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PESTLES has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is PESTLES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pestles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPESTLES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PESTLES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pestles is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPESTLES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.