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grit

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Main Entry:
1grit 
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Pronunciation:
\ˈgrit\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle English grete, from Old English grēot; akin to Old High German grioz sand
Date:
before 12th century
1 a: sand, gravel b: a hard sharp granule (as of sand) ; also : material (as many abrasives) composed of such granules2: any of several sandstones3 a: the structure of a stone that adapts it to grinding b: the size of abrasive particles usually expressed as their mesh4: firmness of mind or spirit : unyielding courage in the face of hardship or danger5capitalized : a Liberal in Canadian politics
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