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What does grody mean?
Disgusting, dirty, or revolting. A core Valley-girl term for anything yucky.
"Don't eat that, it's been on the floor — so grody."
Origin
Believed to be a corruption of 'grotesque,' it emerged in 70s surfer slang and became a Valley-girl staple in the early 80s, famously in 'grody to the max.'
Frequently asked questions
What does grody mean?
It means gross or disgusting. It's 80s Valley-girl slang for anything dirty, nasty, or revolting.
What does 'grody to the max' mean?
It means extremely gross — 'to the max' cranks the disgust up to its highest level.
Is grody the same as grotty?
They're close cousins. 'Grotty' is the British version; 'grody' is the American 80s spelling and pronunciation.
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