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Grindz
01
(Hawaii) food, especially a meal
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
grindz
What does "grindz" mean in Hawaii slang?
It is used in Hawaii to describe food, especially a meal, often a hearty, satisfying one, such as plate lunches, local favorites like loco moco or saimin, or any home cooking. People typically say "Let's go get some grindz" or "That was good grindz." The term originated in 20th century Hawaiian Pidgin, where "grind" became slang for eating, and "grindz" became the noun form, remaining a beloved local term for food.
Examples
Let 's grab some grindz before the movie.



























