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Scummy

usgb/ˈskʌmi/Volume
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Use 'scummy' to describe surfaces or water that look visibly dirty or have a layer of grime. SlideThe bathtub is scummy and needs a good scrub.
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'Scummy' often implies a slimy, sticky, or slippery feel, like algae on water. SlideThe rocks near the scummy edge of the lake were too slippery to walk on.
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Using 'scummy' suggests a strong negative reaction, indicating disgust or revulsion. SlideShe refused to drink from the scummy glass.
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