Definition of grubby

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Grubby

/ˈɡrʌbi//ˈɡrʌbi/

"Grubby" traces its roots back to the Old English word "grybb," which meant "dirt" or "filth." The word "grub" itself, meaning "to dig" or "to search for food," also contributed to the evolution of "grubby." Over time, the word "grybb" morphed into "grubby," taking on the meaning of "dirty" or "soiled." This shift in meaning reflects the association of dirt and grime with digging and searching for food.

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rather dirty, usually because it has not been washed or cleaned

khá bẩn, thường là do nó chưa được giặt hoặc làm sạch

Example:
  • grubby hands/clothes

    bàn tay/quần áo bẩn thỉu

Extra examples:
  • Having to put on unwashed clothes made her feel grubby.

    Việc phải mặc quần áo chưa giặt khiến cô cảm thấy bẩn thỉu.

  • He hoped she wouldn't notice his grubby shirt cuffs.

    Anh hy vọng cô sẽ không chú ý đến cổ tay áo sơ mi bẩn thỉu của anh.

  • My hands are a bit grubby.

    Tay tôi hơi bẩn.

unpleasant because it involves activities that are not honest or moral

khó chịu vì nó liên quan đến các hoạt động không trung thực hoặc đạo đức

Example:
  • a grubby scandal

    một vụ bê bối bẩn thỉu

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