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Simple Definition of grouse

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grouse

1 of 2

noun

ˈgraʊs

plural grouse

: a small bird that is often hunted

grouse

2 of 2

verb

grouses; groused; grousing

informal : to complain about something

She's been grousing to her boss about the working conditions.

Fans have groused that the higher prices are unfair.

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Simple Definition of grouse

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