Grin ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Grin ( verb )

1. To draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, as in smiling or laughter.
2. To show pleasure or amusement by smiling broadly.

Origin:

Middle english grennen, from old english grennian.

Examples:

1. He grinned widely as he opened his birthday present.
2. She couldn't help but grin at the silly joke.
3. The cat grinned with its tongue hanging out.
4. He couldn't help but grin at the sight of her.
5. The child grinned with delight as he opened his gift.

(As a noun)

Grin ( noun )

1. To draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, as in smiling or laughter.
2. To show pleasure or amusement by smiling broadly.

Origin:

Middle english grennen, from old english grennian.

Examples:

1. He grinned widely as he opened his birthday present.
2. She couldn't help but grin at the silly joke.
3. The cat grinned with its tongue hanging out.
4. He couldn't help but grin at the sight of her.
5. The child grinned with delight as he opened his gift.