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Meaning of gruff

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

gruff

Pronunciation:/ɡɹʌf/

verb

Definitions

  1. To speak gruffly.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having a rough, surly, and harsh demeanor and nature.

  2. Hoarse-voiced.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/gruff

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