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grinch foot

(informal, chiefly, US) An animal's paw (usually a dog's) with long fur that has outgrown over and hides the toes.

ˈɡɹɪnt͡ʃ ˈfʊtDocumented since 1950s1950sBoomerhistorical130 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(informal, chiefly, US) An animal's paw (usually a dog's) with long fur that has outgrown over and hides the toes.

Origin: In reference to the design of the Grinch, a Dr. Seuss character recognized from How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1957). Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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