grubby
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Adj — Dirty or unwashed, especially in a grimy, unpleasant way.
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Etymology
From grub plus -y, originally suggesting something infested with grubs, later coming to mean simply dirty.
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What does “grubby” mean?
The word “grubby” means dirty or unwashed, especially in a grimy, unpleasant way. In plain terms, dirty and grimy, or shady and disreputable when talking about behavior or deals.
How do you pronounce “grubby”?
“Grubby” is pronounced GRUH-bee (/ˈɡɹʌbi/ in IPA).
How do you use “grubby” in a sentence?
Here is “grubby” used in a sentence: “The kids came in from the garden with grubby hands.”
What part of speech is “grubby”?
“Grubby” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “grubby” have?
“Grubby” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: dirty or unwashed, especially in a grimy, unpleasant way.