grice
[grahys]
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noun Chiefly Scot.
a pig, especially a young or suckling pig.
Origin of grice
1175–1225; Middle English gris < Old Norse grīss pig
Grice
[grahys]
noun
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Examples from the Web for grice
Historical Examples of grice
"I know it looks pretty bad, Mr. Grice," she admitted, almost humbly.
The Root of All EvilJ. S. Fletcher
When he came to the farm Mr. Grice was resolved to take nothing less than the whole sum that he had with him.
The Stokesley SecretCharlotte M. Yonge
Grice carved himself some more cold beef, and as he seemed to be considering her proposal, Jeckie resumed her arguments.
The Root of All EvilJ. S. Fletcher
Here all was dark, but Grice had keys with him and led the way.
An Annapolis First ClassmanLt.Com Edward L. Beach
I'll see to every penny that comes in and goes out; and you mark my words, Mr. Grice, I can make that farm pay!
The Root of All EvilJ. S. Fletcher
grice
verb
noun
Word Origin for grice
C20: origin obscure
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