Main Entry: ¹grit

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 granules
2 : any of several sandstones
3 a : the structure of a stone that adapts it to grinding b : the size of abrasive particles usually expressed as their mesh
4 : firmness of mind or spirit : unyielding courage in the face of hardship or danger
5 capitalized : a Liberal in Canadian politics