skum — 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.
• lather noun The foam created by mixing soap or shampoo with water.

Senses

skum is used for these senses in English:

• foam A substance composed of a large collection of bubbles or their solidified remains, especially:
• lather (countable, uncountable) The foam made by rapidly stirring soap and water.

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.

lather — full definition

1. noun The foam created by mixing soap or shampoo with water.
2. noun (informal) A state of agitation or panic.
3. verb To cover with foam, especially soap suds.