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pondscum

pondscum is the alternative form of pond scum.

Meaning of pond scum

Noun

pond scum (uncountable)

  1. Algae, especially when growing on the surface of a pond.
  2. (figuratively) Worthless, insignificant person or people.
    Synonyms:
    pondlife

Questions about pondscum

What is pondscum the alternative form of?
Pondscum is the alternative form of pond scum.

Words near pondscum in the dictionary

  1. Pondol
  2. Pondoland
  3. ponds
  4. pondscape
  5. pondscapes
  6. pondscum
  7. pondsful
  8. pondside
  9. pondskater
  10. pondskaters
  11. pondspice

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