What does CRUDS mean?
Cruds
1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
- Plural form of crud, meaning a substance that is dirty, unpleasant, or of poor quality.
- Slang for a contemptible or worthless person.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /krʌdz/
- UK: /krʌdz/
4. Origin and Usage:
The origin of "crud" is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is often used in informal or slang contexts to describe something that is dirty, unpleasant, or of poor quality. The plural form "cruds" is less commonly used but still appears in some contexts, particularly when referring to multiple substances or items that are dirty or of poor quality.
5. Synonyms:
- Dirt
- Filth
- Rubbish
- Garbage
- Junk
6. Related Words:
- Cruel
- Cruet
- Crush
- Crust
- Crave
7. Example Sentences:
- The kitchen was covered in cruds of food and grease.
- He was such a crud, always making fun of people and never contributing anything positive.