grinding wheel

noun

1. a wheel composed of abrasive material, used for grinding.

grinding wheel

noun

1. an abrasive wheel, usually a composite of hard particles in a resin filler, used for grinding

Word History and Origins

Origin of grinding wheel¹

First recorded in 1785–95

Example Sentences

But the optimism of youth withstood the grinding wheels of Congress.

From Washington Post

The process can include the use of sharp hand tools and the “machine of doom,” a motorized fleshing machine that resembles a grinding wheel only with a razor-sharp blade to remove membranes.

From Washington Times

The sprawling capital, the machinations of politics, the grinding wheels of bureaucracy – none of that was important.

From The Guardian

Small diamonds can be found coating cutting wheels, drill bits and grinding wheels, which are used for cutting concrete or brickwork.

From Salon

Several large grinding wheels are spread throughout the workspace.

From New York Times