griff

[ grif ]

/ grɪf /

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noun

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Origin of griff

First recorded in 1890–95; by shortening

Words nearby griff

grievant, grieve, grievous, grievous bodily harm, grievously, griff, griffa, griffe, Griffes, griffin, Griffith

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How to use griff in a sentence

The two would eventually form the nucleus—along with Professor Griff—of the seminal 1980s rap group Public Enemy.
Hip-Hop Star Flavor Flav Talks Dirty|Marlow Stern|May 31, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Thank you, Griff, Jess heard herself saying to the younger Vandergriff, as he packed her modest order in the basket.
The Girls of Central High on the Stage|Gertrude W. Morrison
The proprietor was waiting upon the lady who stood beside Jess as she gave her order to Griff.
The Girls of Central High on the Stage|Gertrude W. Morrison
All three of themJess, Griff, and the excited loser of the pursereached for the umbrella; but Griff was the first.
The Girls of Central High on the Stage|Gertrude W. Morrison

Jess, whose heart was still sore from the blow she had received at Mr. Closewicks grocery, thought this was very kind of Griff.
The Girls of Central High on the Stage|Gertrude W. Morrison
Jess was so disturbed by this discovery that she could only think to ask Griff one more question.
The Girls of Central High on the Stage|Gertrude W. Morrison

British Dictionary definitions for griff

griff

/ (ɡrɪf) /

noun

slang information; news

Word Origin for griff

C20: from griffin ²

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