CEFR B1

mash

verb

Meaning

To crush or pound something into a soft, pulpy mass, often using a utensil or by hand.

Examples

He mashed the banana with a fork for the baby's food.
The recipe calls for you to mash the cooked beans until they form a paste.

Synonyms: crush, pound, puree, pulverize

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mash (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /mæʃ/

Definition

To crush or pound something into a soft, pulpy mass, often using a utensil or by hand.

Examples

He mashed the banana with a fork for the baby's food.
The recipe calls for you to mash the cooked beans until they form a paste.

How to Use mash

mash up (phrasal verb): To combine or mix things, often in a disorganized way or to create something new from existing parts. — "The artist mashed up images from old magazines to create a collage."
mash with (prepositional phrase): To crush or pound something using a specific tool or ingredient. — "She mashed the avocado with a fork and a little salt."

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