Millstone

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

one of a pair of heavy flat disk-shaped stones that are rotated against one another to grind the grain

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3 senses across 1 framework

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§1: one of a pair of heavy flat disk-shaped stones that are rotated against one another to grind the grain
§2: any load that is difficult to carry
§3: (figurative) something that hinders or handicaps