Mastication
Mastication noun - Biting and grinding food in your mouth so it becomes soft enough to swallow.
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Rasp and mastication are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rasp" instead a noun "Mastication".
Rasp
Rasp noun - A harsh grating sound.
Mastication and rasp are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Mastication" instead a noun "Rasp".
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