mash

(noun) a mixture of mashed malt grains and hot water; used in brewing.

(noun) mixture of ground animal feeds.

(verb) to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition. Synonyms: squash, crush, squelch, squeeze. Examples: "Crush an aluminum can." "Squeeze a lemon."

(verb) talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions. Synonyms: chat up, flirt, dally, butterfly, coquet, coquette, romance, philander. Examples: "The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries." "My husband never flirts with other women."

(verb) reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading. Synonyms: grind, crunch, bray, comminute. Examples: "Grind the spices in a mortar." "Mash the garlic."