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GRIZZLE definition: 1. (especially of a young child) to cry continuously but not very loudly, or to complain all the. Learn more.
GRIZZLE definition: 1. (especially of a young child) to cry continuously but not very loudly, or to complain all the. Learn more.
Grizzle. Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grizzle. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
The puppy staggered out of his way, then charged in to lap at the white grizzle on Lawton's cheeks.
Understanding the Context
grizzle (third-person singular simple present grizzles, present participle grizzling, simple past and past participle grizzled) To cry continuously but not very loudly (said especially of young.
grizzle (rzl) vb (intr) 1. (esp of a child) to fret; whine 2. to sulk or grumble
/grzl/ IPA guide Other forms: grizzled; grizzling; grizzles Definitions of grizzle noun a grey wig see more
Definition of grizzle verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Key Insights
GRIZZLE meaning: 1 : to make a continuous, quiet, crying sound whimper; 2 : to complain in a weak or annoying way
Origin of Grizzle From Middle English grisel gray from Old French diminutive of gris gray grisaille From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition Old French grisel, from gris From.
Grizzle generally refers to a mix of white and dark hairs, either in human hair, animal fur, or even feathers. It can also refer to the process of becoming gray with age or stress.
