scum
- Noun. (uncountable) A layer of impurities that accumulates at the surface of a liquid (especially molten metal or water).
- Noun. (uncountable) A greenish water vegetation (such as algae), usually found floating on the surface of ponds.
- Noun. The topmost liquid layer of a cesspool or septic tank.
- Noun. (countable) (derogatory, slang) A person or persons considered to be reprehensible.
- Verb. To remove the layer of scum from (a liquid etc.).
- Verb. To remove (something) as scum.
- Verb. (obsolete) To scour (the land, sea etc.).
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