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GROSS

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)
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Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Gross.

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Gross - as an adjective

Before any deductions

Example: "Gross income"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)

Gross - as a noun

Twelve dozen

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

The entire amount of income before any deductions are made

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Gross - as an adjective satellite

Lacking fine distinctions or detail

Example: "The gross details of the structure appear reasonable"

Repellently fat

Example: "A bald porcine old man"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Visible to the naked eye (especially of rocks and anatomical features)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers

Example: "An arrant fool"

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Conspicuously and tastelessly indecent

Example: "Coarse language"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible

Example: "A crying shame"

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Gross - as a verb

Earn before taxes, expenses, etc.

Example Sentences

"Eating spoiled food is gross."
"The bathroom was in a gross state."
"She made a really gross joke."
"I hate the gross feeling of slimy textures."
"His behavior was completely gross and inappropriate."
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Word Game Points

Is GROSS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gross is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GROSS has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is GROSS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gross is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GROSS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is GROSS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gross is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GROSS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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