Grin meaning

What does “grin” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“grin” is a noun and verb with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement.

grin

noun

  1. a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

verb

  1. to draw back the lips and reveal the teeth, in a smile, grimace, or snarl

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University