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Definition
To grind or gnaw one's teeth.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the involuntary grinding or gnashing of teeth, often occurring during sleep. It is frequently associated with stress or anxiety in casual conversation. While it describes a physical action, it is rarely used to describe the act of chewing on hard objects, which would typically use 咬.
Examples
He grinds his teeth whenever he sleeps.
Are you grinding your teeth because you are too stressed?
Related words
Common phrases
grinding teeth while sleeping
grinding teeth due to stress
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