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Vocabulary Entry
grunt
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A low, guttural sound made by an animal, especially a pig.
Example Sentences
"The piglet let out a soft grunt as it rolled in the mud."
"The grunt of the wild boar echoed through the forest."
"I heard a grunt coming from the barn during the night."
V
verb
To make a low, guttural sound.
Example Sentences
"He grunted in response to the question rather than answering verbally."
"The weightlifter grunted as he lifted the heavy barbell."
"Dogs often grunt when they are comfortable or content."