scum
The origin and history of scum.
Etymology
From Middle English scum, related to Middle Dutch schume ("foam"); ultimately from a Germanic root meaning "froth" or "to cover." Related to "skim."
The origin and history of scum.
From Middle English scum, related to Middle Dutch schume ("foam"); ultimately from a Germanic root meaning "froth" or "to cover." Related to "skim."
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