Masticate(verb)
Chew (food) thoroughly.
Hindi meaning:चबाना
Synonyms: Chew, Gnaw, Chomp, Munch
Antonyms: Swallow, Gulp, Bolt, Gobble
Example: You should masticate your food properly to aid digestion.
Trick to remember: Masticate = chew with max effort; don’t gulp—masticate slowly before you swallow.
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