GRUMBLE

v. n.

6 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
v.

To murmur or mutter with discontent; to make ill-natured complaints in a low voice and a surly manner. L'Avare, not using half his store, Still grumbles that he has no more. Prior.

2.
v.

To growl; to snarl in deep tones; as, a lion grumbling over his prey.

3.
v.

To rumble; to make a low, harsh, and heavy sound; to mutter; as, the distant thunder grumbles.

4.
v.

To express or utter with grumbling.

5.
n.

The noise of one that grumbles.

6.
n.

A grumbling, discontented disposition. A bad case of grumble. Mrs. H. H. Jacksn.


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