Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grosso

Adjective

/ˈɡroʊ.soʊ/

Definition

Grosso is a Portuguese term that means ‘thick’ or ‘coarse’. It is often used to describe something that has a considerable width or depth.

Examples

O material da mesa é grosso e resistente. (The material of the table is thick and sturdy.)
Ele usou um grosso livro para apoiar a mesa. (He used a thick book to prop up the table.)
O tecido é muito grosso, ideal para o inverno. (The fabric is very thick, ideal for winter.)

Meaning

In a broader sense, ‘grosso’ can also refer to something substantial or large in scale, or it can describe the overall nature of an object or material that is not finely detailed.