Words Starting With GRU

167 words start with GRU. Scores range up to 22 points (GRUMPISHNESSES), averaging 12.7 points with standard English tile values. Every entry below shows its point value, US and UK dictionary validity, and a definition where available.

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An insect larva, especially of a beetle.

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Past tense of GRUB.

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Agent noun of GRUB.

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Plural of GRUBBER.

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More grubby; dirtier or more unkempt.

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Dirtiest; most grubby.

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In a grubby, dirty manner.

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The state of being dirty or grimy.

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Plural of GRUBBINESS.

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Present participle of GRUB.

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To grope or feel around in the dark.

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Past tense of GRUBBLE.

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Third-person singular present tense of GRUBBLE.

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Present participle of GRUBBLE.

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Definition

Dirty and in need of washing.

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Plural of GRUB.

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Money or supplies advanced for a share of future profits.

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Past tense of GRUBSTAKE.

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Agent noun of GRUBSTAKE.

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Plural of GRUBSTAKER.

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Plural of GRUBSTAKE.

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Present participle of GRUBSTAKE.

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Alternative form of Grub Street.

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A grub, especially the larva of an insect.

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Plural of GRUBWORM.

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A persistent feeling of ill will or resentment.

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Past tense of GRUDGE.

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Full of grudge.

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Without holding grudges.

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Agent noun of GRUDGE.

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Plural of GRUDGER.

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Third-person singular present tense of GRUDGE.

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Present participle of GRUDGE.

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In a reluctant or resentful manner.

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The quality of being unwilling or resentful.

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Plural of GRUDGINGNESS.

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Plural of GRUDGING.

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To shudder with fear.

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Past tense of GRUE.

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Present participle of GRUE.

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A thin, watery porridge, often oatmeal or cornmeal.

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Past tense of GRUEL.

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Agent noun of GRUEL.

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Plural of GRUELER.

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Present participle of GRUEL.

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In a demanding or exhausting way.

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Plural of GRUELING.

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Past tense of GRUEL.

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Agent noun of GRUEL.

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Plural of GRUELLER.

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Present participle of GRUEL.

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In a very demanding or exhausting way.

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Plural of GRUELLING.

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Plural of GRUEL.

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Plural of GRUE.

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Causing horror or revulsion; extremely unpleasant.

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In a horrifying or repulsive manner.

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The quality of being horrifying or repulsive.

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Plural of GRUESOMENESS.

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Comparative form of GRUESOME.

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How many words starting with gru are there?

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GRUMPISHNESSES scores 22 points, the highest in this list using standard English tile values.