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Definition of grinch

grinch

/ɡrɪntʃ/
grinch
Plural:grinches
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Adjective:grinchy
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• noun

1

A mean-spirited, irritable, or sour person who dampens the pleasure or festive mood of others, especially during the Christmas season.

Example

"Don't be such a grinch about the office party; everyone else is excited to celebrate."

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• Rhymes for grinch

• Nearby Words

grimoire
grimy
grin
grinch
grind
grindelia
grinder

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined as the proper name of the ill-tempered, green-furred creature in Dr. Seuss's 1957 children's book 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas!'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Grinch. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/grinch
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