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grinch

/ɡrɪntʃ/ noun · British & US
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What does grinch mean?

noun

A person who hates Christmas or any other holiday, often depicted as a grouchy, solitary figure. A grinch is typically someone who is miserly and dislikes joy or celebration.

Example

"The grinch who lived in a cave on Mount Crumpit was notorious for stealing Christmas decorations from the nearby town."

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