Noun

(en noun)

(countable) Something which causes grief.

A wrong or hardship suffered, which is the grounds of a complaint.

* November 2 2014 , Daniel Taylor, " Sergio Agüero strike wins derby for Manchester City against 10-man United," guardian.co.uk

Wayne Rooney spent much of the game remonstrating with Oliver about his own grievances and, in the interest of balance, there were certainly occasions when United had legitimate complaints.

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A complaint or annoyance.

A formal complaint, especially in the context of a unionized workplace.

* If you want the problem fixed, you'll have to file a grievance with the city.

Noun

(en noun) (US)

The act of offending:

# a crime or sin

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# an affront, insult or injury.

#* Dryden

I have given my opinion against the authority of two great men, but I hope without offence to their memories.

The state of being offended or displeased; anger; displeasure.

) A strategy and tactics employed when in position to score; ''contrasted with defense.

) The portion of a team dedicated to scoring when in position to do so; ''contrasted with defense.