Definition of Gross
Gross
gross
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
repulsive or inspiring disgust;
e.g. The odor was gross and made him nauseous.
(adjective)
glaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness;
e.g. The carpet was gross and covered in a green slimy substance.
(adjective)
able to see without microscopes or other aid;
e.g. She had a gross growth on her elbow.
(adjective)
a total amount that excludes any deductions (e.g. taxes);
e.g. He needed to list the gross amount he made a year in order to be considered for a loan.
(adjective)
gravely deficient in civility, etiquette, or inspiring vulgarity;
e.g. His gross language only caused offense.
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