grunt
//ɡrʌnt//
Noun
gruntSingular
gruntsPlural
1
A low, short guttural sound made by a pig or a person expressing effort, displeasure, or indifference.
He gave a grunt of displeasure when he heard the news.
Verb
gruntInfinitive
gruntPresent tense
gruntedPast tense
gruntedPast participle
gruntingPresent participle
gruntsThird-person singular
1
To make a low, short guttural sound, typically expressing effort, displeasure, or indifference.
He grunted as he lifted the heavy box.
2
To say something in a low, gruff voice.
He grunted a reply without looking up from his newspaper.
Noun
gruntSingular
gruntsPlural
1
A low-ranking soldier or unskilled worker who performs routine or menial tasks.
He started as a grunt in the company, doing all the basic tasks.