groof

Scots

Etymology

From Middle Scots grouf, used in the set phrase on grouf (“face down”) and its derivatives.

Noun

groof (plural groofs)

1. used in set phrases, especially on one's groof
2. (by extension) a belly
3. (figuratively) the front side

Derived terms

• on one's groof (“face down”)

Adverb

groof (not comparable)

1. prone, flat