manduction

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : The process of chewing : The act of biting and grinding food with the teeth in the mouth to prepare it for swallowing and digestion. The act of receiving Communion : The act of participating in the sacrament of the Eucharist, especially by receiving the consecrated bread and wine. Usage Examples Noun (Chewing) : Proper manduction is the first step in the digestive process. The...