Griming

Griming refers to the act or process of soiling or making something dirty, especially with dirt, soot, or other unpleasant substances. It often implies a gradual accumulation of grime, leading to a blackened or stained appearance. It describes the transformation of a clean surface or object into one that is marked with a layer of dirt, often resulting in a reduction of its aesthetic appeal or functional efficiency. The term emphasizes the gradual build-up of dirt rather than a single, isolated instance of soiling. The 'ing' suffix typically signifies an ongoing action or state.

Griming meaning with examples

• The factory's emissions were visibly griming the once pristine white buildings nearby, creating a stark contrast between the clean and polluted areas of the town. Over time, the walls and roofs became darkened.
• Years of neglect and exposure to the elements were griming the abandoned warehouse. The decaying structure, gradually succumbed to the natural elements of the area and left a blackened stain on the walls.
• The children's hands, after playing in the mud, were steadily griming the freshly washed car's windows, leaving streaks and smudges everywhere they went.
• After a long day of working in the coal mine, the miners returned home, their faces and clothes griming the interior of their houses with fine layers of coal dust, dirt, and grime.
• The exhaust fumes from the constant flow of traffic were griming the once-vibrant mural, dulling its colors and obscuring its details, transforming it into a visual scar on the city.