meatgrinder

meatgrinder definitions

noun
  • 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.