grabowski
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Meaning · English
A determined and hardworking person.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
If Ditka called you a grabowski, it was a high compliment. It meant you were a good guy, you worked hard and you were loyal.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “grabowski” mean?
A determined and hardworking person.
Is “grabowski” formal or informal?
grabowski is generally slang.