Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grue
Noun
/ɡruː/
Definition
A grue is a fictional creature that is typically described as a horrifying, lurking presence in the dark.
Examples
- In the game, the player must avoid the grue that hides in the shadows.
- The old story warned children not to wander into the dark, for a grue might find them.
Meaning
In popular culture, grue is often associated with fear and the unseen dangers that await in dark places.
Synonyms
- monster
- beast
- creature
- phantom
