crud
noun · verb
Simple meaning
Dirt, filth or refuse.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
kruhdIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkɹʌd
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
uncountable
Dirt, filth or refuse.
uncountablefigurativelyby extension
Something of poor quality.
Mixed impurities, especially wear and corrosion products in nuclear reactor coolant.
countable
A contemptible person.
Heavy wet snow that is unsuitable for skiing
uncountable
A fast-paced game, loosely based on billiards or pool, with many players participating at the same time.
verb
transitive
To clog with dirt or debris.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
- Formality
- Technical
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- “He said he had the crud and needed a doctor.”noun
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