Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gros
Adjective/Noun
/ɡroʊ/
Definition
Gros is a French word that means ‘big’ or ‘large’. In English contexts, it can refer to a unit of measurement equal to a dozen dozens (144) or an informal reference to large or substantial quantities.
Examples
- The company’s gros revenue increased significantly this quarter.
- We bought a gros of eggs for the restaurant.
- The gros size of that painting makes it a perfect focal point for the room.
Meaning
The term ‘gros’ can describe anything that is sizable or extensive. It can also refer specifically to products sold in bulk or large quantities, such as ‘gros’ items in a market.
Synonyms
- large
- big
- huge
- substantial
- massive
