What does GRIME mean?

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb 2. Definitions: - Noun: dirt that forms a layer on the surface of something; a film of dirt or pollution; a seedy or squalid place or state of affairs. - Verb: cover with grime; make dirty. 3. Pronunciations: - US: /ɡraɪm/ - UK: /ɡrʌɪm/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "grime" originated in the 17th century, possibly from Middle Low German "grīm" meaning "dirt" or "grime." It has been used in English to describe dirt or pollution that forms a layer on a surface, as well as to describe a seedy or squalid place or state of affairs. The verb form of "grime" means to cover with dirt or make dirty. 5. Synonyms: - Noun: dirt, soot, filth, smut, pollution - Verb: dirty, soil, stain, besmirch 6. Related Words: grime has no related 5 letter words. 7. Example Sentences: - Noun: The grime on the windows made it hard to see outside. - Verb: The mechanic grimes his hands every day at work.