gruff

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ /ษกrสŒf/ ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง /ษกrสŒf/
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adjective
R

Describes a low and rough voice that might seem unfriendly.

The gruff voice on the phone belonged to the security guard.

R

Refers to a person who is impatient and unfriendly.

Despite his gruff demeanor, he was always ready to help.

translation

adj. Describes a low and rough voice that might seem unfriendly.; Refers to a person who is impatient and unfriendly.

Word Forms

Comparative gruffer
Superlative gruffest

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