'Grubbing' definitions:

Definition of 'Grubbing'

From: GCIDE
  • Grub \Grub\ (gr[u^]b), v. i. [imp. & p. p. Grubbed (gr[u^]bd), p. pr. & vb. n. Grubbing.] [OE. grubbin., cf. E. grab, grope.]
  • 1. To dig in or under the ground, generally for an object that is difficult to reach or extricate; to be occupied in digging. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. To drudge; to do menial work. --Richardson. [1913 Webster]