GRIGRI

grigri, gres-gris, greegree

(noun) an African amulet

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology 1

Noun

grigri (plural grigris)

(climbing) A belay device that incorporates an assisted breaking system.

Etymology 2

Noun

grigri (plural grigris)

Alternative spelling of gris-gris

Source: Wiktionary


Gree"gree", Gri"gri", n.

Definition: An African talisman or Gri'gri' charm. A greegree man, an African magician or fetich priest.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


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Raw coffee beans, soaked in water and spices, are chewed like candy in many parts of Africa.

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