grig Meaning & Definition
What Does Grig Mean?
Grig is a noun that means A dwarf. It can also mean A cricket or grasshopper. As a verb, it means To irritate or annoy.
Grig in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɡɹɪɡ/ |
| Plural | grigs |
| Verb forms | grigs, grigging, grigged |
Grig Definition (Noun)
- A dwarf.
- A cricket or grasshopper.
- A small or young eel.
- Specifically, the broad-nosed eel. See glut.
Noun
- Heath or heather.
Grig as a Verb
- To irritate or annoy.
Synonyms of Grig
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Grig synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
grig (plural grigs)
grig
grig (third-person singular simple present grigs, present participle grigging, simple past and past participle grigged)
Origin of Grig
Origin 1: The word is often used in the phrase "merry as a grig". The word is of uncertain origin, though various theories have been suggested, such as a corruption of "merry as a cricket" or "merry as a Greek", as in William Shakespeare's Troilus and Cressida: "Then she's a merry Greek indeed." Johnson suggested that the word originally meant "anything below the natural size" (compare Swedish krik and Scots crick).
Origin 2: From Welsh grug, Cornish grig.
Origin 3: Borrowed from Irish griog.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grig
Is grig a noun or a verb?
Grig is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of grig?
The plural of grig is grigs.
What is the past tense of grig?
The past tense of grig is grigged. The present participle is grigging.