grub out
The phrase "grub out" can mean either to dig up something from the ground or to eat a lot of food, often used in informal settings.
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Definition
B2Gardening
(technical)To remove plants, roots, or other objects from the ground by digging or pulling.
Example
- They grubbed out the old tree stumps to clear the field.
- We need to grub out these weeds before planting new flowers.
B1Informal
(slang)To eat a large amount of food, often in a quick or gluttonous manner.
Example
- We grubbed out on burgers and fries after the game.
- He loves to grub out on snacks while watching movies.
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