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Grudging Definition & Meaning

grudging
adjective
  1. of especially an attitude; "gave grudging consent"; "grudging acceptance of his opponent's victory"
  2. petty or reluctant in giving or spending; "a niggardly tip"

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What does grudging mean?
of especially an attitude; "gave grudging consent"; "grudging acceptance of his opponent's victory" petty or reluctant in giving or spending; "a niggardly tip"
What part of speech is grudging?
Grudging is an adjective.
How many definitions does grudging have?
Grudging has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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