gory
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gory

adjective \ˈgr-ē\
gor·i·ergor·i·est

Definition of GORY

1
: covered with gore : bloodstained
2
: bloodcurdling, sensational <wanted to hear the gory details>

Examples of GORY

  1. <doesn't watch too many movies that feature gory violence>

First Known Use of GORY

15th century

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