What does "gruff" mean?

Vocabulary Word: gruff

1. Definition (adj.) deep, hoarse, harsh, rough

Examples My grandfather’s voice is very gruff. It’s gotten more gruff as he’s gotten older.

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China

Most of the Chinese girls don’t like gruff men

United States

She had a gruff voice, which made her seem scary.

Japan

Some singers sing with a gruff voice which is quite charming. I know one singer :)

Iran, Islamic Republic Of

Don’t get gruff with me; i just asked you a question!

Japan

Pirates are rough and gruff