noun
- the act or process of crushing something into a soft mass
- the process of mixing crushed malt with hot water in brewing
Usage: brewing
verb
- present participle of mash; crushing or pressing into a soft mass
Examples
- She was mashing the potatoes for dinner.
- The mashing of the grapes releases their juice.
- He spent the afternoon mashing bananas for baby food.
- The mashing process in brewing takes about an hour.
- After mashing the avocados, add lime juice.
- The chef was mashing garlic with the side of his knife.
- Proper mashing technique ensures smooth mashed potatoes.