muck
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for muck, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Wet, sticky dirt, mud, or manure.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use muck
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English mok/muk, borrowed from Old Norse myki ("dung"), related to the idea of something slick or slippery.
Full origin of muck →Frequently asked questions
What does “muck” mean?
The word “muck” means wet, sticky dirt, mud, or manure. In plain terms, wet dirt or manure — or, as a verb, to clean it out (or to discard cards face-down in poker).
How do you pronounce “muck”?
“Muck” is pronounced muhk (/mʌk/ in IPA).
How do you use “muck” in a sentence?
Here is “muck” used in a sentence: “The farmyard was covered in muck after the rain.”
What part of speech is “muck”?
Depending on how it is used, “muck” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “muck” come from?
The word “muck” comes from Middle English. From Middle English mok/muk, borrowed from Old Norse myki ("dung"), related to the idea of something slick or slippery.
How many meanings does “muck” have?
“Muck” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: wet, sticky dirt, mud, or manure.