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Masticate

usgb/ˈmæstɪkeɪt/Volume
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Masticate refers to the entire process of chewing, not just biting into something. SlideIt's important to masticate each bite to aid digestion.
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'Masticate' is also used scientifically, often about how animals chew. SlideHerbivore mammals masticate their food very thoroughly.
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While all foods can be masticated, the word is often associated with harder or chewier foods. SlideShe needed to masticate the tough meat for a long time.
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