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Grub Definition & Meaning

grub
noun
  1. informal terms for a meal
  2. a soft thick wormlike larva of certain beetles and other insects
verb
  1. ask for and get free; be a parasite
  2. search about busily

"Grub" in song lyrics

See how grub is used in real songs:

  • "I know grams gon' have me a grub"
    Beanie Sigel f/ Scarface — Mom Praying
  • "Practice strange love over Beggas that make grub"
    Tha Beggas — Kraftwerks
  • "And spendin' my money for good grub.."
    Bizzy Bone — Have You Ever Been Lonely

Usage tips for "grub"

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Frequently asked questions

What does grub mean?
informal terms for a meal a soft thick wormlike larva of certain beetles and other insects ask for and get free; be a parasite search about busily
What part of speech is grub?
Grub is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does grub have?
Grub has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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