mashKK [ˈmæʃ] ｜ /ˈmæʃ/
GEPT 中高級
C2verb
to crush something or deform it with force
The chef used a potato masher to mash the boiled potatoes into a smooth consistency.
壓碎；搗爛
C2verb
to make something into a soft and pulpy mass by crushing or pounding it
To make mashed potatoes, boil the potatoes until they are soft and then mash them with a potato masher.
搗成泥；磨成糊狀
C2noun
a mixture of crushed malt grains and hot water, used for brewing beer or whisky
After the malt grains were crushed, they were combined with hot water to create a thick and aromatic mash.
C2noun
a mixture of ground animal feeds
The farmer prepared a nutritious mash by blending corn, oats, and soybean meal for his livestock.
C2verb
to flirt or make advances without serious intentions
At the party, John was mashing with multiple people but didn't seem interested in pursuing anything further.