Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scum
noun
/skĘŚm/
Definition
A layer of filth or waste that forms on the surface of a liquid.
Examples
- The pool had a layer of scum on the surface after weeks of neglect.
- After boiling the soup, I skimmed off the scum that formed at the top.
- The pond was covered with a green scum, making it look uninviting.
Meaning
Scum refers to a thin layer of dirty or unwanted matter that floats on the surface of liquids, often associated with pollution or undesirable substances.
Synonyms
- Filth
- Slime
- Scum layer
- Residue
- Dirt
