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grunt Definition and Meaning in English (grunt definition)

noun
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Grunt definition: A low, guttural sound made by an animal or person, often indicating effort, pain, or displeasure.

Definitions of Grunt

  1. 1noun

    A low, guttural sound made by an animal or person, often indicating effort, pain, or displeasure.

  2. 2verb

    To make a low, guttural sound, typically expressing effort, pain, or displeasure.

  3. 3noun(informal)

    An informal term for a low-ranking or unskilled soldier or worker.

Example Sentences

casual

“The pig let out a loud grunt as it rooted in the mud.”

casual

“He had to grunt with effort to lift the heavy box.”

informal

“The sergeant referred to the new recruits as grunts.”

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Inflected Word Forms

third person singulargrunts
past tensegrunted
present participlegrunting

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Grunt definition: A low, guttural sound made by an animal or person, often indicating effort, pain, or displeasure.
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'Grunt' translates to 'grunt' in English. Grunt definition: A low, guttural sound made by an animal or person, often indicating effort, pain, or displeasure.
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