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grinning

/ɡrɪnɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does grinning mean?

verb

to smile widely, often in a foolish or uncontrolled way; to show one's teeth in a wide, cheerful smile.

Example

"The child was grinning from ear to ear as he showed off his new toy."

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