noun
griping
Griping (noun) means Persistent complaining, usually about small annoyances. Example: “Enough griping — let's just fix the problem.”
noun
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Persistent complaining, usually about small annoyances.
"Enough griping — let's just fix the problem."
How to use griping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of grumbling or nagging about something.
Common pairings
constant griping
stop griping
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Word forms
- Plural
- gripings
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What does “griping” mean?
The word “griping” means persistent complaining, usually about small annoyances. In plain terms, the act of grumbling or nagging about something.
How do you use “griping” in a sentence?
Here is “griping” used in a sentence: “Enough griping — let's just fix the problem.”
What part of speech is “griping”?
“Griping” is a noun.
What is the meaning of griping?
"griping" (noun) means persistent complaining, usually about small annoyances.