Etymology

gruntled

gruntl·ed
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Today it means: Grunted. Full definition →

First used 1930s
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gruntled · adjective1

From gruntle + -ed.

gruntled · adjective2

Back-formation from disgruntled.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 1930s Contented, pleased, satisfied.

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