No. 8,424 in Dutch
grind
Gravel.
In a sentence
De tuinpaden zijn bedekt met grind.
The garden paths are covered with gravel.
In this sentence, 'grind' refers to small particles of rock commonly used as a surface material for paths or driveways.
We moeten meer grind bestellen voor de oprijlaan.
We need to order more gravel for the driveway.
Here, 'grind' again represents loose stone material, emphasizing its use as a construction element.
Tijdens het fietsen merkte ik grind op de weg.
While cycling, I noticed gravel on the road.
In this context, 'grind' is used to describe loose stones scattered on a roadway, possibly a potential hazard for vehicles or bicycles.
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