Partner of a pestle

Answer:

MORTAR

Hint:

This sturdy bowl is often made of stone or ceramic and is used to grind herbs or spices with its matching tool. You might find it in both kitchens and old apothecaries.

Explanation:

A pestle is the club-shaped tool used for grinding, and its partner is the bowl it crushes ingredients in. The answer "MORTAR" refers to that sturdy container, often made of stone or ceramic, where the pestle does its work. It’s a straightforward pairing—like salt and pepper—where one doesn’t function well without the other.

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