avskum — meaning in English

English meaning

• dregs noun The gritty sediment that settles at the bottom of a drink, especially unfiltered wine or coffee.
• scum noun A thin layer of dirt, foam, or other impurities that gathers on the surface of a liquid.

Senses

avskum is used for these senses in English:

• dregs (figuratively, the dregs) The worst and lowest part of something.
• scum (derogatory, slang) A reprehensible person or persons.

dregs — full definition

1. noun The gritty sediment that settles at the bottom of a drink, especially unfiltered wine or coffee.
2. noun The most worthless or lowest part of something, especially people.

scum — full definition

1. noun A thin layer of dirt, foam, or other impurities that gathers on the surface of a liquid.
2. noun A thoroughly contemptible or worthless person, or such people collectively.

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