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9 lettersPronunciation /ˈkɒ.mɪ.njuːt/Part of speech verbSorted ceimmnotuStarts with CEnds with E0 clues
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Definitions

  1. reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading

Word origin

From Latin comminūtus (“crumbled, lessened”).

Used in a sentence

  • High temperatures required for reaction between components can result in loss of volatile oxides, while milling may not comminute powders sufficiently for complete reaction to occur on calcination.
  • Collagen may cause shrinkage of comminuted meat products, especially when cooked to high temperatures, or interfere in binding between meat pieces in formed products.
  • High pressure directly ahead of and beside the projectile nose comminute and fracture the sand media, forming a rigid, conical false nose on the front of the projectile.

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