schuim — meaning in English

English meaning

• foam noun A mass of small bubbles formed on or in a liquid, such as sea spray, soapy water, or the head on a drink.
• froth noun A mass of small bubbles on top of a liquid; foam.
• head noun The part of the body containing the brain, eyes, and mouth.
• lather noun The foam created by mixing soap or shampoo with water.
• yeast noun A microscopic fungus used to ferment dough or brew alcohol.

Senses

schuim is used for these senses in English:

• froth Foam.
• head (uncountable, countable) The foam that forms on top of beer or other carbonated beverages.
• lather (countable, uncountable) The foam made by rapidly stirring soap and water.
• yeast (figuratively) A frothy foam.

foam — full definition

1. noun A mass of small bubbles formed on or in a liquid, such as sea spray, soapy water, or the head on a drink.
2. noun A lightweight solid material made of trapped gas bubbles, used for cushioning, insulation, or floating.
3. verb To produce or become covered in foam.

froth — full definition

1. noun A mass of small bubbles on top of a liquid; foam.
2. noun Talk or activity that has no real substance.
3. verb To form or produce bubbles; to foam.

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