gross

/ˈɡroʊs/B2Loopy word list, level 3 · Core

Definition

n. twelve dozen
n. the entire amount of income before any deductions are made
v. earn before taxes, expenses, etc.
adj. before any deductions

Word forms

Past participle: grossed
Past tense: grossed
Present participle: grossing
Third person singular: grosses
Comparative: grosser
Superlative: grossest

Example sentences

n.
The gross of the sales for the month was higher than expected.
a.
His gross behavior at the party surprised everyone.
vt.
The company grossed over a million dollars last year.