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The definition of grit is small, often abrasive, particles of sand or stone.

(noun)

Little dirt and pebbles stuck in the bottom of your shoe are an example of grit.

See grit in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

rough, hard particles of sand, stone, etc.
the texture of stone, with regard to the fineness or coarseness of its grain
any of several sandstones with large, sharp grains, often used for grindstones
☆ stubborn courage; brave perseverance; pluck

Origin: with Early ModE vowel shortening < ME grete < OE greot, akin to Ger griess IE base *ghrēu-, to rub hard over, crumble > great

transitive verb gritted, gritting

to cover with grit
☆ to clench or grind (the teeth) in anger or determination

intransitive verb

to make a grating sound

See grit in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

Minute rough granules, as of sand or stone.
The texture or fineness of sand or stone used in grinding.
A coarse hard sandstone used for making grindstones and millstones.
Informal Indomitable spirit; pluck.

verb grit·ted, grit·ting, grits

verb, transitive

To clamp (the teeth) together.
To cover or treat with grit.

verb, intransitive

To make a grinding noise.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English gret, sand

Origin: , from Old English grēot

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