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- pronunciation:
- gruhnt
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun)
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
grunts, grunting, grunted |
| definition 1: |
to make the short deep sound of a hog, or a sound similar to this.
The hogs grunted in the pen.The movers grunted as they picked up the piano. |
| definition 2: |
to express using a sound like a grunt.
With his mouth full, he grunted, only "yes" and "no." |
| related words: |
groan |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a short, deep sound like that made by a hog.
He let out a grunt as he lifted the heavy barbell over his head. |
| related words: |
groan, mumble, private |
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| derivation: |
gruntingly (adv.) |
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