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gross

Pronunciation: [/ɡɹəʊs/]

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Learn how to use gross in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “disgusting”

(adjective) when something is very unpleasant, yucky, or makes you feel sick. It's the opposite of something nice or clean.

Example

I found a gross bug in my room and had to ask someone to help me remove it.

Example

The food looked so gross that I couldn't eat it.

Example

Do you think the smell is gross?

Context: “total, before deductions”

(adjective) when something is the total amount before any deductions or subtractions. It's like the whole amount without taking anything away.

Example

The gross weight of the package includes the box and packaging materials.

Example

The gross income is higher than the net income after taxes are deducted.

Example

What is your gross score before any penalties are applied?

How to pronounce gross

Pronunciation: [/ɡɹəʊs/]

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