grosz

noun

ˈgrȯsh

plural grosze ˈgrȯsh

and groszy ˈgrȯ-shē

: a Polish monetary unit equal to ¹/₁₀₀ zloty see zloty at Money Table

Note: The plural grosze is used for the denomination two; groszy is used for more than two.

Word History

Etymology

Polish

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of grosz was in 1916

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“Grosz.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grosz. Accessed 31 Mar. 2023.

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Biographical Definition

Grosz

biographical name

ˈgrōs

George 1893–1959 American (German-born) painter

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