grouser

1 of 2

noun (1)

grou·​ser

ˈgrau̇zə(r)

plural -s

1

: a heavy pointed timber thrust down to serve as an anchor for a floating dredge or similar machine

2

: one of a set of cleats on a tractor wheel or track for increasing traction

grouser

2 of 2

noun (2)

grous·​er

ˈgrau̇sə(r)

plural -s

: a person who grouses

specifically : one who habitually complains or grumbles

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

origin unknown

Noun (2)

grouse entry 3 + -er

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