grunge

noun

1
: one that is grungy
2
: rock music incorporating elements of punk rock and heavy metal
also : the untidy fashions typical of fans of grunge
grunger
ˈgrən-jər
noun

Examples of grunge in a Sentence

I'm a fan of grunge. I cleared the grunge out of the drains.
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The look extends to her makeup, a soft grunge style that adds even more to the vibe. Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 22 May 2025 The legendary designer, a first-generation Chinese American who helped define the 90s grunge aesthetic, has officially teamed up with Mattel to release a Barbie in her likeness. Jennifer Adams, StyleCaster, 19 May 2025 Explore Alice in Chains See latest videos, charts and news The legendary grunge outfit had initially been scheduled to perform at Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Arena on May 8, though announced the show’s cancellation after Kinney suffered a medical emergency following their soundcheck. Tyler Jenke, Billboard, 16 May 2025 Burr said that at that point, all of his favorite bands were gone as grunge music grew in popularity. Marina Watts, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for grunge

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from grungy

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of grunge was in 1965

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“Grunge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grunge. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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