Pestle (noun)

A tool used to crush and grind substances in a mortar, typically used in cooking and pharmacy.

Origin:

The word "pestle" comes from the latin word "pistillum" meaning "pounder" which refers to the tool used to crush and grind substances in a mortar.

Examples:

1. She used a pestle to grind the spices.
2. He used the pestle to crush the pills.
3. The pestle and mortar were used to make the medicine.
4. She used the pestle to make a paste.
5. The cook used the pestle to make a paste of herbs.