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pulverization

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. pulverization
2. pulverisation
3. reducing to pieces

This noun and する-verb refers to the act of crushing, smashing, or pulverizing something into small pieces or powder. It can be used both literally, such as grinding a substance into powder, and figuratively, such as completely defeating an opponent or destroying an argument.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Do you think you can crush that rock by hand?

Sentence 2

With this level of hardness, standard blades won't be able to pulverize it.

Sentence 3

You really think you can pulverize rock with a tiny hammer like that?

Sentence 4

Work continued in the corner of the schoolyard, pulverizing roof tiles.

Sentence 5

An internal email stated, "USBs will be pulverized after collection."