What does GRIST mean?

Grist Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

• Grain that is ground to make flour
• A useful idea or piece of information, especially one that can be used for a particular purpose

Pronunciations

• US: /ɡrɪst/
• UK: /ɡrɪst/

Origin and Usage

The word "grist" comes from Old English "grīst", which means "ground grain". It has been in use since the 14th century.

In modern usage, "grist" is most often used figuratively to refer to a useful idea or piece of information that can be used for a particular purpose.

Synonyms

• Grain
• Corn
• Wheat
• Idea
• Information

Related Words

• Girts
• Grist
• Girts
• Grist
• Trigs

Example Sentences

• The mill grinds grist into flour.
• The new study provided grist for further research.