grunge

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

Back-formation from grungy.

[edit] Noun

grunge (uncountable)

1. (informal) Dirt or filth, especially when difficult to clean.

   The cinema floor was covered in grunge deposited by the crowds.

2. (informal) The state of being filthy; grubbiness.

   Chad used to work as a coal miner, but couldn't handle the constant grunge.

3. A subgenre of alternative music, originating from Seattle, Washington, which melds punk and metal.

   Alice liked to wear plaids and ripped jeans, and listen to grunge.

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