Definition of Gripe
Gripe
gripe
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(verb)
to complain, especially about something insignificant or small;
e.g. We gripe about our coworker, but at the end of the day, it doesn't matter: we all go home to our own lives.
(noun)
an annoyance or complaint, usually minor;
e.g. I have a whole list of gripes, pet peeves, and things I wish were different.
(noun)
a minor, passing, pinching spasmodic intestinal pain, like gas or colic;
e.g. There is usually nothing to be done, except grin and bear it, when one has a small attack of stomach gripe.
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