1. to make a short, low sound in the throat
2. to say something in a short, unfriendly way

1. a short, low sound made in the throat
2. a soldier, especially an infantry soldier
Usage: informal; military

Examples

• The pig grunted as it searched for food.
• He grunted a quick hello and walked away.
• She could only grunt in response to the heavy weight.
• The old man gave a grunt of disapproval.
• The grunt carried his heavy pack through the jungle.
• All she heard was a grunt from behind the newspaper.
• The weightlifter grunted with each repetition.