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grubber

British

/ ˈɡrʌbə /

noun

a person who grubs
another name for grub hoe
rugby a kick of the ball along the ground
cricket a delivery which keeps very low upon bouncing

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It proved the correct decision as Martin touched down Cade Cust's grubber in the penultimate minute and Zak Hardaker's goal from the left touchline gave York one final set to defend.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Got a first-baller, which can happen to anyone, and unlucky to get the grubber from Scott Boland in the second innings.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2025

There were moments of promise, with Dom Young a fingernail from scoring in the corner from a Herbie Farnworth grubber kick and Morgan Knowles knocking on before grounding the ball under the sticks.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2025

Given England's clearest first-half openings came via grubber kicks, it is something which will need urgent improvement.

From BBC • Oct. 25, 2025

Every man carries, attached to his waist belt on his back, a small entrenching tool, a "grubber" it is called.

From "The Red Watch" With the First Canadian Division in Flanders by Currie, John Allister

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