VERB: "to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure" Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
2. talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions
(noun)
1. a mixture of mashed malt grains and hot water; used in brewing
2. mixture of ground animal feeds

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

BEATING (noun)
1. the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows
2. the act of overcoming or outdoing
REDUCE (verb)
1. cut down on; make a reduction in
2. take off weight

Hint 3: Anagram

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