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gremmie
What does gremmie mean?
A young or inexperienced surfer; an older variant of grommet that can carry a slightly rowdy or pesky connotation.
"Back in the day every beach had a gremmie hanging around begging for a go on your board."
Origin
1960s surf slang, from 'gremlin'; predecessor to the term grommet.
Frequently asked questions
What is a gremmie?
A gremmie is a young or inexperienced surfer. It's an older variant of grommet that can carry a slightly rowdy or pesky connotation.
Where does gremmie come from?
It's 1960s surf slang derived from 'gremlin', and it predates the more common term grommet.
Is gremmie an insult?
Not really. It's mild and can be teasing, referring to a kid who hangs around the surf scene, sometimes hassling for a go.
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