- "I had to grind for 10 hours straight just so I could use that new tool"
grind
verb; zero derivation
To do something dull and repetitive in a video game, in order to gain progression (such as player skills or levels) of some sort.
Etymology : Zero derivation of the word "grind," likely because of a metaphorical relation
Source : Conversation with friend, 2008
Last modified: 25 November 2013