An agricultural tool whose blades are at right angles to the body, similar to a pickaxe.
To cut or dig with a mattock.
A device for cutting meat into very small pieces.
An activity with a high casualty or attrition rate, such as a military battle or an occupational or athletic activity.
The mountainous second day of the race was a real meatgrinder, with 20% of racers dropping out.
A process that is likely to be injurious in a non-physical way.