(as) gruff as a bear In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "(as) gruff as a bear", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-01-08 10:01

Meaning of (as) gruff as a bear

(as) gruff as a bear simile

If someone is (as) gruff as a bear, they use very few words or behave in a way that seems rude and unfriendly.

 

He used to be as gruff as a bear. However, since he met that girl, his personality has changed considerably. He's now a friendly and charming person.

I remember Mary was as gruff as a bear when I asked her a few questions about her grades at school.

If you want to have more friends, you must stop being gruff as a bear.

Origin of (as) gruff as a bear

The origin of this simile is not clear.
 

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with gay abandon
 without thinking clearly about the results of an action
Example: She was shy at first but when the music was turned up loud, she started dancing with gay abandon. 
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