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grunt

[ɡrʌnt]

grunt Definition

  • 1a short, low sound that a person makes with their throat, especially to show they are annoyed, unhappy, or in pain
  • 2a low-ranking soldier
  • 3to make a short, low sound with your throat

Using grunt: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "grunt" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He grunted in pain as he stood up.

  • Example

    The soldiers were grunting as they lifted the heavy boxes.

  • Example

    She grunted her disapproval at the suggestion.

  • Example

    The boss just grunted when I asked him about the project.

grunt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grunt

Antonyms for grunt

Idioms Using grunt

  • to work hard and steadily over a long period of time

    Example

    We've been grunting and grinding for months to get this project done on time.

  • the tedious or menial tasks involved in something

    Example

    The grunt work of the project was left to the interns.

  • to say something in a short, low voice

    Example

    He just grunted out a reply and went back to his work.

Phrases with grunt

  • tedious or menial work

    Example

    I had to do all the grunt work while my boss took all the credit.

  • gruntled

    satisfied or contented

    Example

    After a good meal and a long nap, the cat was completely gruntled.

  • gruntled and flattered

    pleased and complimented

    Example

    She was gruntled and flattered by the attention she received at the party.

Origins of grunt

from Middle English 'grunten', of imitative origin

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Summary: grunt in Brief

The term 'grunt' [ɡrʌnt] refers to a short, low sound made with the throat, often indicating annoyance, pain, or disapproval. It also denotes a low-ranking soldier. The verb form means to make such a sound. Phrases like 'grunt work' describe tedious or menial tasks, while 'grunt and grind' implies hard work over a long period. 'Gruntled' means satisfied, and 'grunt out' means to say something in a short, low voice.