Meaning of grunge in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɡrəndʒ/

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  1. Noun

    grunge

    Etymology

    1960s (as a general term of disparagement): back-formation from grungy, perhaps suggested by grubby and dingy

    Definitions

    1. the state of being covered with unclean things

    Derived terms

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