Meaning & use
grinch
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A person who spoils other people's fun or enjoyment, especially around a festive occasion.
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Don't be such a grinch about the office holiday party.
He felt like a grinch for canceling the surprise celebration.
A note on using this word
The lowercase, generic use of "grinch" comes from Dr. Seuss's character the Grinch, who tries to ruin Christmas.
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