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gruff

gruff [ gruf ] (comparative gruff·er, superlative gruff·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. surly: abrupt, angry, or impatient in manner or speech
a gruff refusal

2. harsh-sounding: harsh-sounding or throaty
a gruff voice

[15th century. < Flemish or Dutch grof "rough, harsh"]

gruff·ly adverb
gruff·ness noun
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