triturate
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As it is certain that worms swallow many little stones, independently of those swallowed while excavating their burrows, it is probable that they serve, like mill-stones, to triturate their food.
From The formation of vegetable mould through the action of worms, with observations on their habits by Darwin, Charles
Subsulphate of iron, 1 part; oxide of zinc, 1 part; flux No. 2, 5 parts; triturate without melting.
From Young's Demonstrative Translation of Scientific Secrets by Young, Daniel
They are observant enough of social forms to eat pie with a fork, and their teaspoon is always in the saucer; they eat slowly and take time to triturate.
From Guide to Hotel Housekeeping by Palmer, Mary E.
Green oxide of chromium 1 part, flux No. 3, 3 parts, triturate and melt.
From Young's Demonstrative Translation of Scientific Secrets by Young, Daniel
Let the above be very finely powdered, then mix it with sufficient honey to make it into a smooth paste; triturate it until entirely smooth.
From The Ladies Book of Useful Information Compiled from many sources by Anonymous
