Meaning of the word grumble in English

What does grumble mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grumble

US /ˈɡrʌm.bəl/
UK /ˈɡrʌm.bəl/
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Verb

to complain about something in a bad-tempered way

Example:
He would always grumble about the food.
The employees grumbled about the long working hours.

Noun

a complaint or protest made in a bad-tempered way

Example:
He made a low grumble about the cold weather.
There were many grumbles from the crowd.