Crud
/krʌd/noun
A vulgar term for something unpleasant, worthless, or dirty.
Did you know?Unlike words with deep occult roots, *crud* is a modern slang creation, probably influenced by *crude* and *dross*, and its punch comes from pure sound symbolism: it just feels dirty.
Etymological Timeline
20th Century
English
crud
“Slang for dirt, filth, or something contemptible or worthless.”
Late 19th–Early 20th Century
English
crude
“Unrefined, rough, or in a natural state.”
Late 19th–Early 20th Century
English
crudd
“A variant spelling found in slang and dialect use, sometimes linked to filth or scum.”
Modern English
English
crud
“A general-purpose insult for something unpleasant, inferior, or disgusting.”